Minal Gaon - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Minal Gaon is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Darati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minal Gaon is 048932. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.41 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Minal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Minal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Minal Gaon village had a total population of 51 people, including 26 males and 25 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Minal Gaon
Minal Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Minal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Minal Gaon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Minal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Minal Gaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Minal Gaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minal Gaon 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 Minal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minal Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Minal Gaon
Where is Minal Gaon located?
Minal Gaon village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Minal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Minal Gaon is Darati.
What is the pincode of Minal Gaon?
The pincode of Minal Gaon is 262554.
What is the population of Minal Gaon?
Minal Gaon had a total population of 51, including 26 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Minal Gaon?
Minal Gaon had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Minal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minal Gaon was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.