Minjhgran - Nurpur, Kangra
Minjhgran is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Minjhgran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minjhgran is 008614. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.68 hectares and falls under the 176200 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Minjhgran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minjhgran
As per Census 2011, Minjhgran village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 163 males and 202 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,239 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minjhgran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 163 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Minjhgran
Minjhgran is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Minjhgran
Minjhgran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Minjhgran is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minjhgran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minjhgran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Minjhgran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minjhgran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minjhgran
Where is Minjhgran located?
Minjhgran village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minjhgran?
Minjhgran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Minjhgran?
The pincode of Minjhgran is 176200.
What is the population of Minjhgran?
Minjhgran has a total population of 365, including 163 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Minjhgran?
There are 84 households in Minjhgran.
What is the literacy rate in Minjhgran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minjhgran is 64.38%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 59.41%.