Milki - Dhamdaha, Purnia
Milki is a village situated in the Dhamdaha subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdaha and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Rangpura South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Milki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milki is 223309. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 854205 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Milki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Milki
As per Census 2011, Milki village has a total population of 1,203 people, consisting of 652 males and 551 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 889 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Milki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 652 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 478 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 270 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 382 | 374 |
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
Milki 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Milki is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Milki
Where is Milki located?
Milki village is located in Dhamdaha Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milki?
The Gram Panchayat of Milki is Rangpura South.
What is the pincode of Milki?
The pincode of Milki is 854205.
What is the population of Milki?
Milki has a total population of 1,203, including 652 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Milki?
There are 277 households in Milki.
What is the literacy rate in Milki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milki is 37.16%. Male literacy is 41.41% and female literacy is 32.12%.