Mirik
Mirik is a Town and Subdivision in Darjiling District of West Bengal. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to census 2011 information the sub-district code of Mirik Block (CD) is 02160. Total area of mirik subdivision is 92 km². Mirik subdivision has a population of 46,374 peoples. Mirik subdivision has a population density of 502.4 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 9,962 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 74.04% population of mirik subdivision is literate, out of which 80.67% males and 67.28% females are literate.
List of Villages in Mirik Subdivision
Mirik Subdivision has a total of 21 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mirik Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bara Chenga | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (39 km) |
| 2 | Bukim Tea Garden | Duptin | Mirik (2 km) |
| 3 | Lohagar Forest | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (46 km) |
| 4 | Lohagar Tea Garden | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (47 km) |
| 5 | Manjha Fst | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (38 km) |
| 6 | Manjua Forest | Soureni Ii | Mirik (16 km) |
| 7 | Marma Tea Garden | Duptin | Mirik (5 km) |
| 8 | Mirik Khasmahal | Paheligaon School Dara I | Mirik (5 km) |
| 9 | New Fallodi Tea Garden | Soureni I | Mirik (16 km) |
| 10 | Okaity Tea Garden | Paheligaon School Dara I | Mirik (7 km) |
| 11 | Panighata | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (32 km) |
| 12 | Panighata Managers Bunglow | Soureni Ii | Siliguri (39 km) |
| 13 | Panthabari Forest | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (26 km) |
| 14 | Paschim Phuguri Tea Garden | Soureni I | Mirik (9 km) |
| 15 | Patong Tea Garden | Soureni Ii | Siliguri (44 km) |
| 16 | Phuguri Forest | Soureni I | Mirik (2 km) |
| 17 | Purba Phuguri Tea Garden | Soureni Ii | Mirik (13 km) |
| 18 | Rangmohan | Chenga Panighata | Siliguri (38 km) |
| 19 | Saurinibasti | Soureni I | Mirik (7 km) |
| 20 | Singbulli Tea Garden | Soureni Ii | Mirik (14 km) |
| 21 | Tingling Tea Garden | Soureni I | Mirik (9 km) |
Population of Mirik Subdivision
The population profile of Mirik Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mirik's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,374 | 46,374 | N/A |
| Male Population | 23,394 | 23,394 | N/A |
| Female Population | 22,980 | 22,980 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,902 | 3,902 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,045 | 2,045 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,857 | 1,857 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 34,334 | 34,334 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 18,873 | 18,873 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 15,461 | 15,461 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 12,040 | 12,040 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,521 | 4,521 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,519 | 7,519 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,962 | 9,962 | N/A |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Mirik Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 3,619 | 3,619 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,761 | 1,761 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,858 | 1,858 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 14,280 | 14,280 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 7,190 | 7,190 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 7,090 | 7,090 | N/A |
| Population Density | 502 / km² | 502 / km² | N/A |