Mitrapur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Mitrapur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 85.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mitrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mitrapur is 316109. The village covers a total geographical area of 1137.31 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Raghunath Gunj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mitrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mitrapur
As per Census 2011, Mitrapur village has a total population of 15,452 people, consisting of 7,785 males and 7,667 females. The village has 3,794 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,265 literate and 9,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,044 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mitrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,452 | 7,785 | 7,667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,446 | 1,229 | 1,217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,044 | 1,032 | 1,012 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 6,265 | 3,362 | 2,903 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,187 | 4,423 | 4,764 |
Nearby Villages of Mitrapur
Mitrapur 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 Mitrapur
Mitrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mitrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raghunath Gunj to Mitrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Mitrapur is about 85.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mitrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mitrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mitrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mitrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mitrapur
Where is Mitrapur located?
Mitrapur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mitrapur?
Mitrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mitrapur?
The pincode of Mitrapur is 731221.
What is the population of Mitrapur?
Mitrapur has a total population of 15,452, including 7,785 males and 7,667 females.
How many households are there in Mitrapur?
There are 3,794 households in Mitrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mitrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mitrapur is 40.54%. Male literacy is 43.19% and female literacy is 37.86%.