Milki - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Milki is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sanhaula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Milki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milki is 240267. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Milki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Milki
According to the 2011 Census, Milki village had a total population of 486 people, including 276 males and 210 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 486 | 276 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 188 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 88 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Milki
Milki 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 Milki
Public transport in the Milki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Milki.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Milki is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Milki is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Milki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Milki
Where is Milki located?
Milki village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milki?
The Gram Panchayat of Milki is Sanhaula.
What is the pincode of Milki?
The pincode of Milki is 813205.
What is the population of Milki?
Milki had a total population of 486, including 276 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Milki?
Milki had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milki was 68.75%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 56.98%.