Arazi Minapara - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Arazi Minapara is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 78.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Karanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arazi Minapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arazi Minapara is 310425. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.2 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arazi Minapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arazi Minapara
As per Census 2011, Arazi Minapara village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 464 males and 435 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 881 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arazi Minapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 464 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 881 | 457 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 236 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 228 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Arazi Minapara
Arazi Minapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakarna | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Tilchar | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Arazi Shrirampur | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Krishnapur | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Khantapara | South | 1.75 km |
| Keshabpur | East | 1.81 km |
| Arazi Panishala | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Karangi | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Khurkhuria | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Shrirampur | South-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arazi Minapara
Arazi Minapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalimgaon, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Arazi Minapara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Arazi Minapara is about 78.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arazi Minapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arazi Minapara 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 Arazi Minapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arazi Minapara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arazi Minapara
Where is Arazi Minapara located?
Arazi Minapara village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arazi Minapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Arazi Minapara is Karanji.
What is the pincode of Arazi Minapara?
The pincode of Arazi Minapara is 733132.
What is the population of Arazi Minapara?
Arazi Minapara has a total population of 899, including 464 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Arazi Minapara?
There are 191 households in Arazi Minapara.
What is the literacy rate in Arazi Minapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arazi Minapara is 43.49%. Male literacy is 50.86% and female literacy is 35.63%.