Minja - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Minja is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Paparahandi and around 26 km from Nabarangapur . Naktiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minja is 427735. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Minja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minja
As per Census 2011, Minja village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 261 males and 282 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 261 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 192 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 101 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 160 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Minja
Minja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakatiguda | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Jharakusumi | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kangumajhiguda | South | 2.65 km |
| Betajharan | North | 2.82 km |
| Kaliaguda | South | 2.90 km |
| Khaliguda | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Pradhaniguda | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Tumberla | East | 3.66 km |
| Dhansuli | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Bankasargi | South-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minja
Minja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Papadahandi to Minja is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Minja is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Minja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minja 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Minja
Where is Minja located?
Minja village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minja?
The Gram Panchayat of Minja is Naktiguda.
What is the pincode of Minja?
The pincode of Minja is 764071.
What is the population of Minja?
Minja has a total population of 543, including 261 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Minja?
There are 130 households in Minja.
What is the literacy rate in Minja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minja is 30.57%. Male literacy is 38.70% and female literacy is 23.05%.