Minakhunti - Kashipur, Rayagada
Minakhunti is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minakhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minakhunti is 425955. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Minakhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minakhunti
As per Census 2011, Minakhunti village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 258 males and 291 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minakhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 258 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 38 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 72 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 131 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 127 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Minakhunti
Minakhunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimirijoda | South | 2.12 km |
| Otanga | East | 2.50 km |
| Tayangiri | West | 2.59 km |
| Chanakhal | North | 2.86 km |
| Minadurga | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Atakana | South | 3.63 km |
| Podhabandha | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Sirilijodi | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Leliguma | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Jhirigam | North-West | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minakhunti
Minakhunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Minakhunti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Minakhunti is about 50 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 Minakhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minakhunti 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 Minakhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minakhunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minakhunti
Where is Minakhunti located?
Minakhunti village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minakhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Minakhunti is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Minakhunti?
The pincode of Minakhunti is 765015.
What is the population of Minakhunti?
Minakhunti has a total population of 549, including 258 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Minakhunti?
There are 129 households in Minakhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Minakhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minakhunti is 34.79%. Male literacy is 50.78% and female literacy is 20.62%.