Mirpur - Goh, Aurangabad
Mirpur is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Mirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirpur is 252914. The village covers a total geographical area of 305 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirpur
As per Census 2011, Mirpur village has a total population of 3,612 people, consisting of 1,916 males and 1,696 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,918 literate and 1,694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,612 | 1,916 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 365 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 273 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,918 | 1,186 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,694 | 730 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Mirpur
Mirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marhi | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Niman | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Bhurkunda | East | 1.58 km |
| Ankuri | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Dumarthu | South | 1.79 km |
| Dularchak | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Sisaul | West | 2.40 km |
| Ibrahimpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Parasi | North | 2.79 km |
| Nirpura | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirpur
Mirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.2 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Mirpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Mirpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mirpur
Where is Mirpur located?
Mirpur village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirpur?
Mirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mirpur?
The pincode of Mirpur is 824203.
What is the population of Mirpur?
Mirpur has a total population of 3,612, including 1,916 males and 1,696 females.
How many households are there in Mirpur?
There are 463 households in Mirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirpur is 53.10%. Male literacy is 61.90% and female literacy is 43.16%.