Mirku - Pasighat Hq, East Siang
Mirku is a village situated in the Pasighat Hq circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Pasighat and around 3 km from Pasighat. Mirku Dapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirku is 263893. The village falls under the 791102 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Mirku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mirku
According to the 2011 Census, Mirku village had a total population of 935 people, including 452 males and 483 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.82%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 82.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 774.
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 | 935 | 452 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 774 | 371 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 361 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 91 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Mirku
Mirku 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 Mirku
Mirku is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Mirku is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pasighat to Mirku is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mirku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirku 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 Mirku
Where is Mirku located?
Mirku village is located in Pasighat Hq Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirku?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirku is Mirku Dapi.
What is the pincode of Mirku?
The pincode of Mirku is 791102.
What is the population of Mirku?
Mirku had a total population of 935, including 452 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Mirku?
Mirku had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirku was 85.82%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 82.34%.