Mritadaspur - Sainthia, Birbhum
Mritadaspur is a village situated in the Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Sangra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mritadaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mritadaspur is 317277. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.95 hectares and falls under the 731234 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mritadaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mritadaspur
As per Census 2011, Mritadaspur village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 370 males and 376 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 468 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mritadaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 370 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 218 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 241 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 129 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Mritadaspur
Mritadaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindurtopa | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Juita | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Melanpur | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Iswarpur | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Hariharpur | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Pashoa | West | 1.94 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Tripuraripur | West | 2.28 km |
| Kusumjatra | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Sanguldihi | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mritadaspur
Mritadaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Mritadaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mritadaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mritadaspur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mritadaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mritadaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mritadaspur
Where is Mritadaspur located?
Mritadaspur village is located in Sainthia Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mritadaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mritadaspur is Sangra.
What is the pincode of Mritadaspur?
The pincode of Mritadaspur is 731234.
What is the population of Mritadaspur?
Mritadaspur has a total population of 746, including 370 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Mritadaspur?
There are 179 households in Mritadaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Mritadaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mritadaspur is 56.03%. Male literacy is 65.14% and female literacy is 47.07%.