Maguraha - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Maguraha is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gaunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maguraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maguraha is 216379. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Maguraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maguraha
As per Census 2011, Maguraha village has a total population of 2,820 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,376 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 683 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 1,695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maguraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,444 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 344 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,253 | 619 | 634 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 711 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,695 | 733 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Maguraha
Maguraha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Domat | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Rupaulia | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Harkatwa | West | 1.90 km |
| Dumaria | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Kairi | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Botgonw | East | 2.88 km |
| Ratni | South | 2.89 km |
| Dumri | West | 3.06 km |
| Mahajogin | East | 3.08 km |
| Ratanpurwa | South-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maguraha
Maguraha 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 Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Maguraha is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Maguraha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maguraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maguraha 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 Maguraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maguraha 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 Maguraha
Where is Maguraha located?
Maguraha village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maguraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Maguraha is Gaunaha.
What is the pincode of Maguraha?
The pincode of Maguraha is 845451.
What is the population of Maguraha?
Maguraha has a total population of 2,820, including 1,444 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Maguraha?
There are 558 households in Maguraha.
What is the literacy rate in Maguraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maguraha is 39.89%. Male literacy is 49.24% and female literacy is 30.09%.