Mirapur Modiwala - Dhampur, Bijnor
Mirapur Modiwala is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Meerapurmodiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirapur Modiwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirapur Modiwala is 113128. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.64 hectares and falls under the 246722 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mirapur Modiwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirapur Modiwala
According to the 2011 Census, Mirapur Modiwala village had a total population of 3,180 people, including 1,711 males and 1,469 females, living in 512 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.46%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 61.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 624.
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 | 3,180 | 1,711 | 1,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 279 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 337 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,901 | 1,127 | 774 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,279 | 584 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Mirapur Modiwala
Mirapur Modiwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghashiwala | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Narainwala | South | 2.84 km |
| Dharampur | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Umarpur Nathan | South | 4.11 km |
| Islam Nagar | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Mominpur Putthi | West | 4.45 km |
| Hidayatpur | West | 4.51 km |
| Jassoo Jot | South | 4.91 km |
| Kalluwala | East | 5.04 km |
| Madhowala | South-West | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirapur Modiwala
Mirapur Modiwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gaushala, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bijnor to Mirapur Modiwala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Mirapur Modiwala is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirapur Modiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirapur Modiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mirapur Modiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirapur Modiwala 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 Mirapur Modiwala
Where is Mirapur Modiwala located?
Mirapur Modiwala village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mirapur Modiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirapur Modiwala is Meerapurmodiwala.
What is the pincode of Mirapur Modiwala?
The pincode of Mirapur Modiwala is 246722.
What is the population of Mirapur Modiwala?
Mirapur Modiwala had a total population of 3,180, including 1,711 males and 1,469 females.
How many households are there in Mirapur Modiwala?
Mirapur Modiwala had 512 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirapur Modiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirapur Modiwala was 70.46%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 61.14%.