Mirzapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Mirzapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.6 km from Sarisha and around 53.6 km from Alipore. Patra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirzapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirzapur is 334475. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.29 hectares and falls under the 743503 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirzapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mirzapur village had a total population of 1,928 people, including 957 males and 971 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 70.87% and female literacy at 64.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
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 | 1,928 | 957 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 171 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 557 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 400 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Mirzapur
Mirzapur 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 Mirzapur
Mirzapur 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 Mirzapur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Mirzapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Mirzapur is about 53.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mirzapur
Where is Mirzapur located?
Mirzapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirzapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirzapur is Patra.
What is the pincode of Mirzapur?
The pincode of Mirzapur is 743503.
What is the population of Mirzapur?
Mirzapur had a total population of 1,928, including 957 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Mirzapur?
Mirzapur had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mirzapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirzapur was 67.82%. Male literacy was 70.87% and female literacy was 64.85%.