Mirpur - Bishnupur - II, South 24 Parganas
Mirpur is a village situated in the Bishnupur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Bakrahat and around 22.6 km from Alipore. Chak Enayetnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirpur is 333530. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.53 hectares and falls under the 743377 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mirpur
As per Census 2011, Mirpur village has a total population of 4,676 people, consisting of 2,406 males and 2,270 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 604 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,283 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 815 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,676 | 2,406 | 2,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 311 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 815 | 407 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 3,283 | 1,803 | 1,480 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 603 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Mirpur
Mirpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mirpur
Mirpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mirpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Calcutta to Mirpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mirpur is about 22.6 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mirpur
Where is Mirpur located?
Mirpur village is located in Bishnupur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirpur is Chak Enayetnagar.
What is the pincode of Mirpur?
The pincode of Mirpur is 743377.
What is the population of Mirpur?
Mirpur has a total population of 4,676, including 2,406 males and 2,270 females.
How many households are there in Mirpur?
There are 929 households in Mirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirpur is 70.21%. Male literacy is 74.94% and female literacy is 65.20%.