Mirzapur-Bakipur - Singur, Hooghly
Mirzapur-Bakipur is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Singur. Balarambati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzapur-Bakipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur-Bakipur is 325513. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.24 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Baidyabati is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Mirzapur-Bakipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirzapur-Bakipur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirzapur-Bakipur village had a total population of 5,842 people, including 3,027 males and 2,815 females, living in 1,286 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.70%, with male literacy at 91.91% and female literacy at 81.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 984, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,842 | 3,027 | 2,815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 270 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 984 | 510 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,635 | 2,534 | 2,101 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,207 | 493 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzapur-Bakipur
Mirzapur-Bakipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shibrambati | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Madhubati | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Raghunathpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Mamudpur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Burigaon | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Singur (ct) | North | 1.70 km |
| Baje Dhanyahana | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Santoshbati | West | 1.87 km |
| Srirampur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Biramnagar | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzapur-Bakipur
Mirzapur-Bakipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balarambati, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baidyabati to Mirzapur-Bakipur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirzapur-Bakipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirzapur-Bakipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mirzapur-Bakipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirzapur-Bakipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mirzapur-Bakipur
Where is Mirzapur-Bakipur located?
Mirzapur-Bakipur village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur-Bakipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur-Bakipur is Balarambati.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur-Bakipur?
The pincode of Mirzapur-Bakipur is 712409.
What is the population of Mirzapur-Bakipur?
Mirzapur-Bakipur had a total population of 5,842, including 3,027 males and 2,815 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur-Bakipur?
Mirzapur-Bakipur had 1,286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur-Bakipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur-Bakipur was 86.70%. Male literacy was 91.91% and female literacy was 81.15%.