Mirkasimpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Mirkasimpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Jaleswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirkasimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirkasimpur is 391639. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Mirkasimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirkasimpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirkasimpur village had a total population of 130 people, including 67 males and 63 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.09%, with male literacy at 98.25% and female literacy at 71.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Mirkasimpur
Mirkasimpur 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 Mirkasimpur
Mirkasimpur 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 Jaleswar to Mirkasimpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mirkasimpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirkasimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirkasimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mirkasimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirkasimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mirkasimpur
Where is Mirkasimpur located?
Mirkasimpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mirkasimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirkasimpur is Jaleswarpur.
What is the pincode of Mirkasimpur?
The pincode of Mirkasimpur is 756036.
What is the population of Mirkasimpur?
Mirkasimpur had a total population of 130, including 67 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Mirkasimpur?
Mirkasimpur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirkasimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirkasimpur was 85.09%. Male literacy was 98.25% and female literacy was 71.93%.