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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Milki
According to the 2011 Census, Milki village had a total population of 1,203 people, including 652 males and 551 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.48%, with male literacy at 50.94% and female literacy at 37.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 1,203 | 652 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 478 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,203, including 652 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Milki?
Milki had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milki was 44.48%. Male literacy was 50.94% and female literacy was 37.26%.