Mirakota - Tamia, Chhindwara
Mirakota is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Anhoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirakota is 493698. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.31 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Pipariya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mirakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junnardeo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirakota
According to the 2011 Census, Mirakota village had a total population of 282 people, including 150 males and 132 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.83%, with male literacy at 64.84% and female literacy at 45.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 83 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 67 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Mirakota
Mirakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamun Kheda | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Jamunghati | West | 2.73 km |
| Karaghati | South | 3.82 km |
| Jamuniya | North | 3.95 km |
| Anhoni | North | 3.96 km |
| Kurangla | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Dharakpani | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Vasanghati | West | 4.53 km |
| Piperpani | South | 4.94 km |
| Kararkheda | West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirakota
Mirakota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junehta, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipariya to Mirakota is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Mirakota is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirakota 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 Mirakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirakota 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mirakota
Where is Mirakota located?
Mirakota village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirakota is Anhoni.
What is the pincode of Mirakota?
The pincode of Mirakota is 480559.
What is the population of Mirakota?
Mirakota had a total population of 282, including 150 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Mirakota?
Mirakota had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirakota was 55.83%. Male literacy was 64.84% and female literacy was 45.54%.