Milkipur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Milkipur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Milkipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milkipur is 194682. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.84 hectares and falls under the 276304 pincode. Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Milkipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Milkipur
According to the 2011 Census, Milkipur village had a total population of 1,411 people, including 734 males and 677 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 78.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 1,411 | 734 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 561 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 173 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Milkipur
Milkipur 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 Milkipur
Milkipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Milkipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jamalpur to Milkipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Milkipur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milkipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milkipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Milkipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milkipur 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 Milkipur
Where is Milkipur located?
Milkipur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milkipur?
Milkipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Milkipur?
The pincode of Milkipur is 276304.
What is the population of Milkipur?
Milkipur had a total population of 1,411, including 734 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Milkipur?
Milkipur had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milkipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milkipur was 82.79%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 78.06%.