Mircha - Amas, Gaya
Mircha is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Jhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mircha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mircha is 255823. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mircha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mircha
As per Census 2011, Mircha village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 676 males and 566 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mircha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 676 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 154 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 306 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 391 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 285 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Mircha
Mircha 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 Mircha
Mircha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Mircha is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Mircha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mircha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mircha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mircha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mircha 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 Mircha
Where is Mircha located?
Mircha village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mircha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mircha is Jhari.
What is the pincode of Mircha?
The pincode of Mircha is 824219.
What is the population of Mircha?
Mircha has a total population of 1,242, including 676 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Mircha?
There are 197 households in Mircha.
What is the literacy rate in Mircha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mircha is 47.34%. Male literacy is 57.84% and female literacy is 34.81%.