Minarbali - Boipariguda, Koraput
Minarbali is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Doraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minarbali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minarbali is 429310. The village covers a total geographical area of 810 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Minarbali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Minarbali
As per Census 2011, Minarbali village has a total population of 1,691 people, consisting of 740 males and 951 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 1,285 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minarbali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 740 | 951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 122 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,484 | 652 | 832 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 335 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 405 | 594 |
Nearby Villages of Minarbali
Minarbali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South | 2.77 km |
| Santeiput | East | 2.81 km |
| Kadambguda | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Goniput | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Bergan | North | 4.25 km |
| Khoraguda | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Doraguda | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Sindhiguda | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Batriput | East | 4.68 km |
| Patraput | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minarbali
Public transport in the Minarbali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jeypore, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Koraput to Minarbali is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Minarbali is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minarbali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minarbali 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Minarbali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minarbali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minarbali
Where is Minarbali located?
Minarbali village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minarbali?
The Gram Panchayat of Minarbali is Doraguda.
What is the pincode of Minarbali?
The pincode of Minarbali is 764043.
What is the population of Minarbali?
Minarbali has a total population of 1,691, including 740 males and 951 females.
How many households are there in Minarbali?
There are 385 households in Minarbali.
What is the literacy rate in Minarbali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minarbali is 40.92%. Male literacy is 45.27% and female literacy is 37.54%.