Magura - Gora Bauram, Darbhanga
Magura is a village situated in the Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gora Bauram and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Kasraur Basauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magura is 227795. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Magura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Magura
According to the 2011 Census, Magura village had a total population of 1,469 people, including 758 males and 711 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.46%, with male literacy at 56.63% and female literacy at 27.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 1,469 | 758 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 350 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 408 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Magura
Magura 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 Magura
Magura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Magura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Magura is about 55 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 Magura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Magura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Magura
Where is Magura located?
Magura village is located in Gora Bauram Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Magura?
The Gram Panchayat of Magura is Kasraur Basauli.
What is the pincode of Magura?
The pincode of Magura is 847427.
What is the population of Magura?
Magura had a total population of 1,469, including 758 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Magura?
Magura had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magura was 42.46%. Male literacy was 56.63% and female literacy was 27.07%.