Mika - Batala, Gurdaspur
Mika is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Meekey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mika is 028596. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Mika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mika
According to the 2011 Census, Mika village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 690 males and 595 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 77.16% and female literacy at 68.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,285 | 690 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 149 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 483 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 207 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Mika
Mika 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 Mika
Mika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mika.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Mika is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mika
Where is Mika located?
Mika village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mika?
The Gram Panchayat of Mika is Meekey.
What is the pincode of Mika?
The pincode of Mika is 143511.
What is the population of Mika?
Mika had a total population of 1,285, including 690 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Mika?
Mika had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mika was 73.37%. Male literacy was 77.16% and female literacy was 68.96%.