Mirjapur - Harraiya, Basti
Mirjapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Mirzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirjapur is 179683. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.69 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirjapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirjapur village had a total population of 859 people, including 454 males and 405 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.19%, with male literacy at 29.70% and female literacy at 22.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413.
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 | 859 | 454 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 117 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 337 | 330 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mirjapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Mirjapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Mirjapur is about 36 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mirjapur
Where is Mirjapur located?
Mirjapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirjapur is Mirzapur.
What is the pincode of Mirjapur?
The pincode of Mirjapur is 272131.
What is the population of Mirjapur?
Mirjapur had a total population of 859, including 454 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Mirjapur?
Mirjapur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirjapur was 26.19%. Male literacy was 29.70% and female literacy was 22.12%.