Mirzapur-Bakipur Village - 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Mirzapur-Bakipur village has a total population of 5,842 people, consisting of 3,027 males and 2,815 females. The village has 1,286 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 496 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,635 literate and 1,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 984 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirzapur-Bakipur are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 5,842, including 3,027 males and 2,815 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur-Bakipur?
There are 1,286 households in Mirzapur-Bakipur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur-Bakipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur-Bakipur is 79.34%. Male literacy is 83.71% and female literacy is 74.64%.