Mirpur - Serampur Uttarpara, Hooghly
Mirpur is a village situated in the Serampur Uttarpara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Serampur and around 28.4 km from Chinsura. Rishra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirpur is 325574. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.36 hectares and falls under the 712250 pincode. Rishra is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sreerampur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mirpur
As per Census 2011, Mirpur village has a total population of 3,056 people, consisting of 1,538 males and 1,518 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,268 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,056 | 1,538 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 187 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,268 | 1,191 | 1,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 347 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Mirpur
Mirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamunari (ct) | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Bhadua | West | 1.20 km |
| Jagannathpur | North | 1.59 km |
| Basai (ct) | South | 1.86 km |
| Bangihati | North | 2.49 km |
| Mollarber | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Pandit Satghara | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Basipota | South | 3.12 km |
| Simla | North | 3.41 km |
| Madpur | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirpur
Mirpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gobra, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rishra to Mirpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Mirpur is about 28.4 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 Mirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mirpur
Where is Mirpur located?
Mirpur village is located in Serampur Uttarpara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirpur is Rishra.
What is the pincode of Mirpur?
The pincode of Mirpur is 712250.
What is the population of Mirpur?
Mirpur has a total population of 3,056, including 1,538 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Mirpur?
There are 677 households in Mirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirpur is 74.21%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 70.95%.