Misia - Sarmera, Nalanda
Misia is a village situated in the Sarmera subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarmera and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Husaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Misia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Misia is 244469. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 811104 pincode. Barbigha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Misia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Misia
According to the 2011 Census, Misia village had a total population of 1,523 people, including 832 males and 691 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.04%, with male literacy at 51.31% and female literacy at 30.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 1,523 | 832 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 183 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 198 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 333 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 499 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Misia
Misia 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 Misia
Public transport in the Misia 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbigha to Misia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Misia is about 38 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 Misia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Misia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Misia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Misia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Misia
Where is Misia located?
Misia village is located in Sarmera Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Misia?
The Gram Panchayat of Misia is Husaina.
What is the pincode of Misia?
The pincode of Misia is 811104.
What is the population of Misia?
Misia had a total population of 1,523, including 832 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Misia?
Misia had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Misia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Misia was 42.04%. Male literacy was 51.31% and female literacy was 30.86%.