Madguri Village - Kusmi(Samri), Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Madguri is a village situated in the Kusmi(Samri) tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Kusmi and around 107 km from Ambikapur. Madguri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madguri is 432390. The village covers a total geographical area of 2096.55 hectares and falls under the 497224 pincode. Kusmi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Madguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madguri
As per Census 2011, Madguri village has a total population of 2,197 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,069 females. The village has 460 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,094 literate and 1,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,563 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madguri are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,197 | 1,128 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 179 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,563 | 794 | 769 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 666 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 462 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Madguri
Madguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa | South | 3.28 km |
| Taraini | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Diwari | North | 4.01 km |
| Bhagwanpur | East | 4.01 km |
| Naugai | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Kanchan Toli | West | 4.50 km |
| Ratasili | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Dhaneshpur | South-East | 5.60 km |
| Tripuri | South | 5.77 km |
| Katima | West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madguri
Madguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kusmi to Madguri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Madguri is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madguri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madguri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madguri
Where is Madguri located?
Madguri village is located in Kusmi(Samri) Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madguri?
Madguri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madguri?
The pincode of Madguri is 497224.
What is the population of Madguri?
Madguri has a total population of 2,197, including 1,128 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Madguri?
There are 460 households in Madguri.
What is the literacy rate in Madguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madguri is 49.80%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 40.04%.