Minapara - Tapan, Dakshin Dinajpur
Minapara is a village situated in the Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Harsura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minapara is 311466. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.08 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Minapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minapara
As per Census 2011, Minapara village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 343 males and 343 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 343 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 226 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 117 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Minapara
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Radhakanta | South-West | 0.70 km |
| Ambati | South | 0.73 km |
| Deodhara | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Khatia Bandha | North | 1.14 km |
| Nischinta | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Jagadishbati | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kamalpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Hazichak | North | 1.74 km |
| Harsura | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Jabrahar | South | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minapara
Minapara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rampur Bazar, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gangarampur to Minapara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Minapara
Where is Minapara located?
Minapara village is located in Tapan Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Minapara is Harsura.
What is the pincode of Minapara?
The pincode of Minapara is 733140.
What is the population of Minapara?
Minapara has a total population of 686, including 343 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Minapara?
There are 167 households in Minapara.
What is the literacy rate in Minapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minapara is 60.79%. Male literacy is 65.89% and female literacy is 55.69%.