Mirkhila - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Mirkhila is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Polba and around 18.1 km from Chinsura. Goswamimalipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirkhila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirkhila is 325293. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.23 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mirkhila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirkhila
As per Census 2011, Mirkhila village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 859 males and 835 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,142 literate and 552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirkhila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 859 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 327 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 631 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 228 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Mirkhila
Mirkhila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatarpur | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Chaupala | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Dhanijpur | West | 1.22 km |
| Mirzzapur | East | 1.30 km |
| Saranpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Hadilpur | South | 1.35 km |
| Popai | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Khatni | East | 1.95 km |
| Aima Samsara | North | 2.14 km |
| Goswami Malipara | West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirkhila
Mirkhila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Porabazar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chinsurah to Mirkhila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Mirkhila is about 18.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirkhila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirkhila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mirkhila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirkhila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mirkhila
Where is Mirkhila located?
Mirkhila village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirkhila?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirkhila is Goswamimalipara.
What is the pincode of Mirkhila?
The pincode of Mirkhila is 712305.
What is the population of Mirkhila?
Mirkhila has a total population of 1,694, including 859 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Mirkhila?
There are 389 households in Mirkhila.
What is the literacy rate in Mirkhila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirkhila is 67.41%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 61.20%.