Mirzapur - Meskaur, Nawada
Mirzapur is a village situated in the Meskaur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meskaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Mirzapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur is 258209. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 805128 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 16 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 4,642 people, consisting of 2,376 males and 2,266 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 882 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,317 literate and 2,325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirzapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,376 | 2,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 882 | 471 | 411 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,484 | 754 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,317 | 1,378 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,325 | 998 | 1,327 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patori | North | 1.50 km |
| Kenar Paharpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Adganwan | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Harla | East | 1.91 km |
| Pawai | South | 1.99 km |
| Ghansampur | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Gobindpur | North | 2.05 km |
| Pasarhi | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Hardaspur | West | 2.36 km |
| Bhura | North-West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzapur
Mirzapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jamuawan, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hisua to Mirzapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Mirzapur is about 40 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mirzapur
Where is Mirzapur located?
Mirzapur village is located in Meskaur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur?
The pincode of Mirzapur is 805128.
What is the population of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur has a total population of 4,642, including 2,376 males and 2,266 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur?
There are 723 households in Mirzapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur is 49.91%. Male literacy is 58.00% and female literacy is 41.44%.