Mirzapur - Utraula, Balrampur
Mirzapur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Peraria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur is 173935. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 271609 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mirzapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirzapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirzapur village had a total population of 590 people, including 268 males and 322 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 64.84% and female literacy at 48.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 590 | 268 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 126 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzapur
Mirzapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perariyaa | South-East | 0.66 km |
| Baksaria | North | 0.84 km |
| Chaprahia | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Shivpur Grant | South | 1.28 km |
| Bajarmunda | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Pipra Ram | East | 1.43 km |
| Niamat Jot | West | 1.52 km |
| Basupur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Sikaramafi | North | 2.05 km |
| Lalganj | North-West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzapur
Mirzapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.6 km.
| 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 Utraula to Mirzapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Mirzapur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirzapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirzapur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mirzapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirzapur 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 Mirzapur
Where is Mirzapur located?
Mirzapur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur is Peraria.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur?
The pincode of Mirzapur is 271609.
What is the population of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur had a total population of 590, including 268 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur?
Mirzapur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur was 55.80%. Male literacy was 64.84% and female literacy was 48.53%.