Mirzzapur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Mirzzapur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 37.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Chaloon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzzapur is 310733. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.47 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mirzzapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirzzapur
As per Census 2011, Mirzzapur village has a total population of 783 people, consisting of 388 males and 395 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 607 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirzzapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 388 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 311 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 77 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzzapur
Mirzzapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbbatipur | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Adigram | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Mathurapur | North | 1.31 km |
| Taraju | South | 1.50 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 1.87 km |
| Banihari | West | 1.94 km |
| Kurumsur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Basudebpur | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Uday | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Chakshri | North-West | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzzapur
Mirzzapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gangarampur to Mirzzapur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Mirzzapur is about 37.8 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 Mirzzapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirzzapur 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 Mirzzapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirzzapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mirzzapur
Where is Mirzzapur located?
Mirzzapur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzzapur is Chaloon.
What is the pincode of Mirzzapur?
The pincode of Mirzzapur is 733140.
What is the population of Mirzzapur?
Mirzzapur has a total population of 783, including 388 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Mirzzapur?
There are 195 households in Mirzzapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzzapur is 77.52%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 74.94%.