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Location of Inimutaba in the state of Minas Gerais

Inimutaba is a Brazilian municipality located in the northeast of the state of Minas Gerais. Its population as of 2020 was 7,560 living in a total area of 529 km2.[1] The city belongs to the statistical mesoregion of Central Mineira and to the statistical microregion of Curvelo. It became a municipality in 1962.[2]

Geography

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Inimutaba is located at an elevation of 630 meters on highway BR-259 (Felixlândia to Diamantina). The nearest major population center is Curvelo.

The distance to Curvelo is 6 km; and the distance to the state capital, Belo Horizonte, is 175 km. Neighboring municipalities are: Curvelo and Presidente Juscelino.[3]

History

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Inimutaba began in the nineteenth century with the construction of a textile factory called Fiação e Tecelagem Cedro e Cachoeira. The name of the town is derived from this industry as it means "village of weavers" in the indigenous language. In the early nineties the factory closed and the town went through a period of economic depression.

Economy

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The main economic activities are services, small industries, and agriculture. The production of charcoal from eucalyptus plantations is also important. The GDP in 2005 was R$29 million, with 15 million from services, 6 million from industry, and 5 million from agriculture. There were 222 rural producers on 19,000 hectares of land. Only 40 farms had tractors (2006). Approximately 1,700 persons were dependent on agriculture. The main crops were sugarcane, beans, and corn. There were 19,000 head of cattle (2006). There were no banks (2007) and 382 automobiles (353 motorcycles), giving a ratio of 17 inhabitants per automobile. [2]

Health and education

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There were 2 health clinics in 2005. Patients with more serious health conditions are transported to Belo Horizonte or Curvelo. Educational needs were met by 7 primary schools, 1 middle schools, and 4 pre-primary schools.[2]

Statistics

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  • Municipal Human Development Index: 0.691 (2000)
  • State ranking: 583 out of 853 municipalities as of 2000
  • National ranking: 3,134 out of 5,138 municipalities as of 2000
  • Literacy rate: 82%
  • Life expectancy: 66 (average of males and females)[4]

In 2000 the per capita income of R$124.00 was well below the state and national average of R$276.00 and R$297.00 respectively.

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Inimutaba is a municipality in the northeast of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, located in the Central Mineira mesoregion and the Curvelo microregion. It originated in 1874 with the establishment of the Fábrica da Cachoeira (also known as Fiação e Tecelagem Cedro e Cachoeira), a cotton spinning and weaving factory founded by Francisco de Paula Mascarenhas, Dr. Pacífico Gonçalves da Silva Mascarenhas, Victor Mascarenhas, and Luiz Augusto Vianna Barbosa along the Ribeirão Santo Antônio. The name Inimutaba, of indigenous origin and formalized by Decree-Law No. 1,058 on December 31, 1943, means "aldeia de tecelões" (village of weavers), reflecting the town's roots in textile production. The settlement gained political emancipation as a municipality on December 30, 1962, under State Law No. 2,764, with official installation on March 1, 1963. According to the 2022 census by the (), Inimutaba had a population of 7,371 inhabitants across an area of 527.060 km², resulting in a demographic density of 13.99 inhabitants per km². The municipality's development is closely tied to its industrial origins, with the preserved complex of the original textile factory serving as a historical landmark. Over time, Inimutaba's economy has diversified to include agriculture, quartz extraction and processing, commerce, and continued industrial activities. The town is situated in a region associated with the literary landscapes of writer and features cultural traditions such as the annual Forró de Inimutaba festival held in July, alongside artisanal crafts including ceramics, rugs, knitting, crochet, and embroidery. Its location near the Rio das Velhas and its membership in the Circuito Turístico Guimarães Rosa highlight its place within Minas Gerais' cultural and historical heritage.

History

Origins and textile factory

The origins of Inimutaba trace back to 1874, when brothers Victor Mascarenhas, Dr. Francisco de Paula Mascarenhas, and Dr. Pacífico Gonçalves da Silva Mascarenhas partnered with their brother-in-law Luiz Augusto Viana Barbosa to establish the Fábrica da Cachoeira, a cotton spinning and weaving mill, on land belonging to the Fazenda da Cachoeira along the Ribeirão Santo Antônio, within the municipality of Curvelo. The factory's location was chosen for its abundant water supply and proximity to cotton-producing areas, approximately nine kilometers from Curvelo. Operations began in 1877 after the importation of machinery, leading to the rapid emergence of a settlement around the factory that included workers' housing, a chapel, and other structures owned by the company. This settlement, initially known as Arraial da Cachoeira, formed the nucleus of what would become Inimutaba, with the factory serving as the primary economic driver and attracting workers and families in the late 19th century. In 1883, the Fábrica da Cachoeira merged with the Cedro factory in Caetanópolis to form the Companhia de Fiação e Tecelagem Cedro e Cachoeira, which became one of Brazil's significant textile enterprises. The factory complex remained central to local life for over a century, with associated buildings like the administrator's residence constructed between 1874 and 1875. The unit in Inimutaba ceased operations on November 7, 1997, resulting in significant social and economic impacts on the municipality, including population decline, abandonment of services, and a shift toward dependence on external resources and pension-based consumption. Part of the former facility was later leased in 1999 to Fábrica de Fiação e Tecelagem Inimutaba, which continues limited operations there. The name Inimutaba, meaning "village of weavers" in an indigenous language, reflects the settlement's roots in textile production.

Name evolution

The name Inimutaba means "aldeia de tecelões" (village of weavers), a reference to the that characterized the settlement's origins. It is commonly attributed to an . The area was previously known as Fábrica de Santo Antônio do Curvelo and later as Fábrica da Cachoeira, names directly linked to the textile factory that formed the community's foundation. It was elevated to district status under the name Ypiranga by Decree 111 of June 17, 1890. The name Inimutaba was officially adopted by Decree-Law No. 1,058 on December 31, 1943.

Emancipation and modern history

Emancipation and modern history Inimutaba achieved political emancipation on December 30, 1962, through State Law No. 2,764, which detached it from the municipality of Curvelo and elevated it to municipal status. The municipality was officially installed on March 1, 1963. For much of the 20th century, the local economy remained anchored in , stemming from its origins around the Fiação e Tecelagem Cedro e Cachoeira factory. However, the closure of the main factory facility (known as Fábrica da Cachoeira) on November 7, 1997, marked a major turning point, generating substantial social and economic disruption for the community, as the factory had long served as a central employer and shaped much of the town's . In response, partial reuse of the former industrial site occurred, with the Fábrica de Fiação e Tecelagem Inimutaba beginning operations in a portion of the building on April 26, 1999, thereby preserving some textile activity. In the subsequent decades, the municipality's economy diversified, with quartz extraction and processing emerging alongside continued (though reduced) textile work, agriculture, livestock, and commerce as key pillars. These adaptations have supported stability in a small municipality that, according to the , had a population of 7,371.

Geography

Location and borders

Inimutaba is a municipality located in the northeast of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, within the Central Mineira mesoregion and the Curvelo microregion. The municipal seat lies at approximately 18°43'44"S 44°21'40"W, with an elevation around 590 meters, positioned along the BR-259 highway. It is situated roughly 178 km north of Belo Horizonte, the state capital, and about 8 km northeast of Curvelo, the nearest larger city. The municipality borders Curvelo to the north, south, and west, and Presidente Juscelino to the east. It covers a territorial area of 527.060 .

Climate and biome

Inimutaba features a tropical climate characterized by seasonal variations in temperature and rainfall. Temperatures typically range from 18°C to 30°C, with monthly averages showing minima between 14°C and 20°C and maxima between 26°C and 30°C across the year. The occurs from October to March, with peak precipitation in December (214 mm) and November (170 mm), while the dominates from May to September, with minimal rainfall such as 2 mm in July. The predominant biome is the Cerrado, a ecosystem typical of central Brazil's plateau regions, featuring a mix of grassland, scattered trees, and shrubs adapted to seasonal wet and dry periods.

Topography and hydrography

Inimutaba lies in a region characterized by undulating terrain, with approximately 40% of the area consisting of flat land and 60% undulating. The municipality's altitude varies significantly, ranging from a minimum of 570 meters at the mouth of Córrego da Fazenda to a maximum of 805 meters along the southwest border with the municipality of Curvelo. Inimutaba forms part of the Rio das Velhas basin and is drained by several streams, including three principal ones: Ribeirão Santo Antônio, Ribeirão Picão, and Ribeirão Maquiné. The Ribeirão Santo Antônio stands out as the key water feature associated with the town's origins, as the Fábrica da Cachoeira textile factory was established along its banks in 1874, marking the beginning of the settlement that developed into Inimutaba.

Demographics

Population

According to the conducted by the (), Inimutaba had a population of 7,371 inhabitants. The covers a territorial area of 527.060 , resulting in a of 13.99 inhabitants per based on the 2022 census figures. The 's population estimate as of 1 July 2025 is 7,615 inhabitants.

Human development and social indicators

Inimutaba's human development is assessed primarily through the , a composite measure incorporating longevity, education, and income dimensions, calculated by the () in partnership with Brazilian institutions. In 2010, the municipality recorded an IDHM of 0.664, classified as medium human development (between 0.600 and 0.699). This value breaks down into component indices of 0.810 for longevity, 0.579 for education, and 0.625 for income. No updated IDHM has been published since 2010. More recent data from the () indicate strong enrollment in basic education, with 98.89% of children aged 6 to 14 attending school in 2022. The gross domestic product per capita stood at R$ 14,831.39 in 2023, providing a contemporary measure of economic output per resident. Other detailed social indicators, such as literacy rates, life expectancy at birth, or , are not comprehensively available in recent official releases for this municipality.

Economy

Primary sector: agriculture and livestock

The in Inimutaba is dominated by agriculture and , which together contribute 15.3% to the municipal GDP. The sector encompasses 254 agricultural establishments covering a total area of 44,571 and employs 1,056 people. Key agricultural activities include the cultivation of temporary crops such as , beans, and corn, alongside like banana, coffee, and others. plays a prominent role, supported by municipal initiatives for small producers. focuses primarily on cattle raising for beef production.

Secondary sector: industry and mining

Inimutaba's centers on and , with quartz extraction and processing as the dominant activity, alongside remnants of and charcoal manufacturing. Quartz mining and processing represent a key pillar of the local economy, primarily through industrial operations. Industrial quartz production, such as that by Agrocity Mineração (established in 1991 as CityCar Mineração), yields high-purity quartz (up to 99.98% silica) with an annual crushing capacity of 180,000 tons, supplying sectors including steel (for and metallic silicon), , , and . The company also produces aggregates like brita and industrial sand for construction and other industries. Inimutaba is known as the "Cidade dos Cristais" due to its historical tradition in quartz gem extraction and . However, () and , which once contributed significantly, are now almost extinct according to regional geological assessments. Historically, extraction targeted varieties like rock crystal using manual methods, with yields of high-quality gems typically below 1% of material removed. Lapidation involved stages such as cutting, shaping, faceting, and polishing. These activities historically generated employment but faced challenges including informal operations, lack of safety equipment (risking ), and reliance on middlemen. The historical transitioned following the closure of the local unit of Companhia de Fiação e Tecelagem Cedro Cachoeira on November 7, 1997. After four years of abandonment, parts of the facilities were leased on April 26, 1999, to Fábrica de Fiação e Tecelagem Inimutaba, sustaining some textile-related manufacturing. Charcoal production from planted eucalyptus forests also forms part of the sector, with companies like Carvão União Florestal engaged in manufacturing charcoal from , supported by regional eucalyptus cultivation for sustainable supply.

Tertiary sector: services and commerce

The , encompassing services and commerce, forms the backbone of Inimutaba's economy and represents the dominant source of in the municipality. In 2021, the municipality recorded a gross domestic product (GDP) exceeding 90 million, with a per capita GDP of approximately 11,931. Public administration contributes the largest share to the , followed by other services, underscoring the sector's predominance over agriculture and industry. serves as an important income source for residents, though it is characterized by low diversity, with only about 10 different modalities of commercial activity present in the city.

Government and administration

Municipal government

The municipal government of Inimutaba is structured along the standard lines of Brazilian municipalities, with separate executive and legislative branches. The executive branch is led by the prefeito (), who serves as the chief executive officer responsible for administering municipal services, implementing public policies, managing the budget, and overseeing departments such as health, education, infrastructure, and social assistance. The current prefeito is Emersomm Danezzi of the Partido Social Democrático (PSD), who was re-elected in the October 2024 municipal elections as the sole candidate, receiving 3,613 votes (100% of valid votes) for a four-year term beginning in 2025. The legislative branch is the Câmara Municipal de Inimutaba, composed of nine vereadores () elected for the 2025–2028 term. The Câmara is responsible for enacting municipal laws, approving the annual budget, authorizing expenditures, supervising the executive branch, and representing citizen interests through legislative oversight and public consultations.

Politics and elections

The politics of Inimutaba follow the standard framework for Brazilian municipalities, with direct elections for mayor and a chamber of vereadores (city councilors) held every four years under the oversight of the . The municipality participates in regional municipal associations, including the Associação Mineira de Municípios (AMM) and the Associação dos Municípios da Microrregião do Médio Rio das Velhas (AMEV), which coordinate intermunicipal initiatives in the Central Mineira mesoregion. Recent electoral history centers on Mayor Emersomm Danezzi. In the 2020 municipal elections, Danezzi (then affiliated with ) was elected with 52.69% of valid votes, defeating his main opponent who received 47.31%. In the 2024 elections, running unopposed under the PSD banner, Danezzi was re-elected with 3,613 votes. in this small tend to emphasize alliances with and community-focused issues rather than .

Infrastructure

Education

Inimutaba maintains a public education system focused on , with schools managed primarily by the for fundamental levels and the for high school. As of 2024, the municipality operates seven schools, including six for elementary education (covering anos iniciais and anos finais of ensino fundamental) and one for ensino médio. These institutions collectively enrolled 1,020 students and employed 85 teachers. The net enrollment rate for children aged 6 to 14 years reached 98.89% in 2022, reflecting near-universal access to in this age group. Educational quality is measured by the , with Inimutaba recording 5.6 for anos iniciais, 3.6 for anos finais, and 3.6 for in 2023. These scores incorporate student performance in Portuguese and mathematics alongside .

Health care

Health care in Inimutaba is delivered primarily through the public , managed by the Secretaria Municipal de Saúde. focus on basic health needs, preventive programs, and . The municipality operates several establishments, including the Centro de Saúde de Inimutaba, two Estratégia Saúde da Família (ESF) units (Equipe Estrela and Equipe Sol), a physiotherapy center (Centro de Fisioterapia José Cesar Ireno), a municipal pharmacy (Farmácia de Minas), a health surveillance unit (Vigilância em Saúde de Inimutaba), and the Secretaria Municipal de Saúde administrative center. These facilities provide outpatient consultations, vaccinations, medication distribution, physiotherapy, and community health monitoring. No hospital exists in the municipality, so serious or specialized cases are referred to regional centers in Curvelo or . The conducts ongoing preventive campaigns, including for children and adolescents, influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations, dengue education efforts, women's health initiatives (Março Lilás), men's health awareness (Novembro Azul), mental health seminars, and -related events. These programs emphasize community outreach, school-based health checks, and disease prevention in a small-town context.

Transportation and utilities

Inimutaba is primarily accessed via the BR-259 highway, which serves as the main road linking the municipality to other locations in Minas Gerais. The bus station is located along BR-259, supporting local and regional bus services. The urbanized area covers 2.67 km². Regarding , through , , or septic tanks connected to the network reached 45.62% of the population in permanent private households according to the 2022 census. In the , 91.79% of households are situated on streets with .

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