Minchinal - Vijayapura
Minchinal is a village situated in the Vijayapura taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Bijapur and around 27 km from Bijapur. Gunaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minchinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minchinal is 599071. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039.95 hectares and falls under the 586108 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Minchinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagthan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minchinal
As per Census 2011, Minchinal village has a total population of 1,690 people, consisting of 878 males and 812 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 824 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 878 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 105 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 824 | 427 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 612 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 266 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Minchinal
Minchinal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bommanalli | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Gunaki | South | 3.45 km |
| Kotnal | North | 3.56 km |
| Tidagundi | West | 5.16 km |
| Nagathan | South-East | 6.74 km |
| Atharga | East | 6.84 km |
| Gugadaddi | South | 6.91 km |
| Kyatanakeri | North-East | 7.32 km |
| Agasanal | North-West | 7.36 km |
| Kannal | South-West | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minchinal
Minchinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Minchnal, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Minchinal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minchinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minchinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Minchinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minchinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Minchinal
Where is Minchinal located?
Minchinal village is located in Vijayapura Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minchinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Minchinal is Gunaki.
What is the pincode of Minchinal?
The pincode of Minchinal is 586108.
What is the population of Minchinal?
Minchinal has a total population of 1,690, including 878 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Minchinal?
There are 293 households in Minchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Minchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minchinal is 57.04%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 43.35%.