Magurmara - Na-Duar, Biswanath
Magurmara is a village situated in the Na-Duar subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. It is located approximately 60 km from Tezpur. Uttar Sootea serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magurmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magurmara is 286502. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.6 hectares and falls under the 784175 pincode. Biswanath Charali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Magurmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biswanath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magurmara
As per Census 2011, Magurmara village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 928 males and 894 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,497 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magurmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 928 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,497 | 797 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 131 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Magurmara
Magurmara 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 Magurmara
Magurmara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Magurmara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biswanath Charali to Magurmara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Magurmara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magurmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magurmara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Magurmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magurmara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Magurmara
Where is Magurmara located?
Magurmara village is located in Na-Duar Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magurmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Magurmara is Uttar Sootea.
What is the pincode of Magurmara?
The pincode of Magurmara is 784175.
What is the population of Magurmara?
Magurmara has a total population of 1,822, including 928 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Magurmara?
There are 400 households in Magurmara.
What is the literacy rate in Magurmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magurmara is 82.16%. Male literacy is 85.88% and female literacy is 78.30%.