Mirzapur - Hilsa, Nalanda
Mirzapur is a village situated in the Hilsa subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilsa and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Mirjapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur is 244763. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 801302 pincode. Hilsa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mirzapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mirzapur
As per Census 2011, Mirzapur village has a total population of 3,592 people, consisting of 1,908 males and 1,684 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,731 literate and 1,861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirzapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,592 | 1,908 | 1,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 357 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 428 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,731 | 1,095 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,861 | 813 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzapur
Mirzapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosainpur | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Gilanipur | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Shohrapur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Maheshpur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Muhammadpur | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Mustafabadurfsardarbighaasarhi | South | 1.96 km |
| Marwa | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Korawan | West | 2.56 km |
| Paindapur | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Renri | East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzapur
Mirzapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junair Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hilsa to Mirzapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Mirzapur is about 32 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 Mirzapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirzapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mirzapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirzapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mirzapur
Where is Mirzapur located?
Mirzapur village is located in Hilsa Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur is Mirjapur.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur?
The pincode of Mirzapur is 801302.
What is the population of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur has a total population of 3,592, including 1,908 males and 1,684 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur?
There are 578 households in Mirzapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur is 48.19%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 37.77%.