Mirzapur - Beldanga - I, Murshidabad
Mirzapur is a village situated in the Beldanga - I subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Mirjapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur is 315615. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.73 hectares and falls under the 742133 pincode. Beldanga is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mirzapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beldanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirzapur
As per Census 2011, Mirzapur village has a total population of 27,364 people, consisting of 14,151 males and 13,213 females. The village has 5,380 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,653 literate and 13,711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirzapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,364 | 14,151 | 13,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,260 | 2,676 | 2,584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 13,653 | 7,200 | 6,453 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,711 | 6,951 | 6,760 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzapur
Mirzapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarulia (p) | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Meliani | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Char Mirzapur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Chhatiani | South | 2.80 km |
| Sona Diar | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Hareknagar | East | 3.31 km |
| Andiran | East | 3.36 km |
| Mahyampur | North | 3.52 km |
| Saharbatidiar | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Naopukhuria | South-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirzapur
Mirzapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kazipara, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beldanga to Mirzapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirzapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirzapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mirzapur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mirzapur
Where is Mirzapur located?
Mirzapur village is located in Beldanga - I Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur is Mirjapur-i.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur?
The pincode of Mirzapur is 742133.
What is the population of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur has a total population of 27,364, including 14,151 males and 13,213 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur?
There are 5,380 households in Mirzapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur is 49.89%. Male literacy is 50.88% and female literacy is 48.84%.