Milki - Sonepur, Saran
Milki is a village situated in the Sonepur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonepur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Hasilpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Milki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milki is 234483. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 841217 pincode. Sonepur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Milki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Milki
According to the 2011 Census, Milki village had a total population of 621 people, including 327 males and 294 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 67.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 621 | 327 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 237 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 90 | 130 |
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 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 Sonepur to Milki is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Milki is about 34 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Milki
Where is Milki located?
Milki village is located in Sonepur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milki?
The Gram Panchayat of Milki is Hasilpur.
What is the pincode of Milki?
The pincode of Milki is 841217.
What is the population of Milki?
Milki had a total population of 621, including 327 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Milki?
Milki had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milki was 77.86%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 67.49%.