Mugma - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad

Mugma is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Dhanbad, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sashanbaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mugma village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugma is 362003. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.04 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.

Mugma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Mugma

According to the 2011 Census, Mugma village had a total population of 4,277 people, including 2,238 males and 2,039 females, living in 822 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.22%, with male literacy at 81.26% and female literacy at 60.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 622, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mugma

Mugma 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Mugma

Mugma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Thapar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Mugma 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 Mugma

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugma village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mugma

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugma village are given below:

FAQs about Mugma