Minajpur - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Minajpur is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Chinsurah and around 12.4 km from Chinsura. Mogra-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minajpur is 325068. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.93 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Minajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Minajpur village had a total population of 780 people, including 403 males and 377 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.98%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 89.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 780 | 403 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 347 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 56 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Minajpur
Minajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosenabad | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Milichita | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Joypur | North | 1.45 km |
| Prasadpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Dingalhat | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Namajghar | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Saptagram | South | 2.34 km |
| Dadpur | North | 2.37 km |
| Purushottampur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Dhuliara | South-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minajpur
Minajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Magra, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansberia to Minajpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Minajpur is about 12.4 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Minajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minajpur
Where is Minajpur located?
Minajpur village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Minajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Minajpur is Mogra-ii.
What is the pincode of Minajpur?
The pincode of Minajpur is 712148.
What is the population of Minajpur?
Minajpur had a total population of 780, including 403 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Minajpur?
Minajpur had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Minajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minajpur was 91.98%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 89.24%.