Minajagi - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Minajagi is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Muddebihal and around 85 km from Bijapur. Minajagi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minajagi is 599703. The village covers a total geographical area of 1782.46 hectares and falls under the 586214 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Minajagi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minajagi
As per Census 2011, Minajagi village has a total population of 4,817 people, consisting of 2,422 males and 2,395 females. The village has 924 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,948 literate and 1,869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minajagi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,817 | 2,422 | 2,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 309 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 907 | 451 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 2,948 | 1,733 | 1,215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,869 | 689 | 1,180 |
Nearby Villages of Minajagi
Minajagi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guttihal | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Kuchabal | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Tamadaddi | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Bavoor | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Mukihal | South | 5.50 km |
| Talikoti (rural) | East | 5.73 km |
| Kaladevanahalli | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Bolawad | North-East | 7.22 km |
| Harnal | South-East | 7.33 km |
| Handral | South-West | 8.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minajagi
Public transport in the Minajagi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Almatti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talikota to Minajagi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Minajagi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minajagi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minajagi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Minajagi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minajagi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Minajagi
Where is Minajagi located?
Minajagi village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minajagi?
Minajagi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Minajagi?
The pincode of Minajagi is 586214.
What is the population of Minajagi?
Minajagi has a total population of 4,817, including 2,422 males and 2,395 females.
How many households are there in Minajagi?
There are 924 households in Minajagi.
What is the literacy rate in Minajagi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minajagi is 61.20%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 50.73%.