Miagheri - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Miagheri is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.8 km from Canning and around 56.5 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Miagheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miagheri is 333840. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.14 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Miagheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miagheri
As per Census 2011, Miagheri village has a total population of 4,134 people, consisting of 2,057 males and 2,077 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,034 literate and 2,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Miagheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,134 | 2,057 | 2,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 801 | 410 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 2,034 | 1,047 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,100 | 1,010 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Miagheri
Miagheri 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 Miagheri
Miagheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Miagheri.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Miagheri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Miagheri is about 56.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miagheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miagheri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Miagheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miagheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Miagheri
Where is Miagheri located?
Miagheri village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miagheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Miagheri is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Miagheri?
The pincode of Miagheri is 743329.
What is the population of Miagheri?
Miagheri has a total population of 4,134, including 2,057 males and 2,077 females.
How many households are there in Miagheri?
There are 752 households in Miagheri.
What is the literacy rate in Miagheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miagheri is 49.20%. Male literacy is 50.90% and female literacy is 47.52%.