Minapara - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Minapara is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 78.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minapara is 310421. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.12 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Minapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Minapara
As per Census 2011, Minapara village has a total population of 1,535 people, consisting of 758 males and 777 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,535 | 758 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 125 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 483 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 275 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Minapara
Minapara 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 Minapara
Minapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Minapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kaliaganj to Minapara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Minapara is about 78.1 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 Minapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Minapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Minapara
Where is Minapara located?
Minapara village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Minapara is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Minapara?
The pincode of Minapara is 733132.
What is the population of Minapara?
Minapara has a total population of 1,535, including 758 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Minapara?
There are 360 households in Minapara.
What is the literacy rate in Minapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minapara is 60.78%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 57.92%.