Mirjapur - Brahmagiri, Puri
Mirjapur is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirjapur is 410064. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 752010 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mirjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirjapur village had a total population of 985 people, including 491 males and 494 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.81%, with male literacy at 88.94% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 985 | 491 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 480 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 370 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 121 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Mirjapur
Mirjapur 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 Mirjapur
Mirjapur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Mirjapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Mirjapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirjapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mirjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirjapur 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 Mirjapur
Where is Mirjapur located?
Mirjapur village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirjapur is Manika.
What is the pincode of Mirjapur?
The pincode of Mirjapur is 752010.
What is the population of Mirjapur?
Mirjapur had a total population of 985, including 491 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Mirjapur?
Mirjapur had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirjapur was 81.81%. Male literacy was 88.94% and female literacy was 75.00%.