Magar Ghokhara - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Magar Ghokhara is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Magardhokhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magar Ghokhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magar Ghokhara is 440894. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.56 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Magar Ghokhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magar Ghokhara
As per Census 2011, Magar Ghokhara village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 308 males and 322 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 235 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magar Ghokhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 308 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 217 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 91 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Magar Ghokhara
Magar Ghokhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baniya Tola | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Riwa Tola | East | 1.40 km |
| Jarhamhaka | South | 1.51 km |
| Jhithra Tola | North | 2.21 km |
| Kallu Tola | North | 2.64 km |
| Shikari Mahka | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Halekosa | West | 2.79 km |
| Shikari Tola | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Barchha Tola | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Purram Tola | South | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magar Ghokhara
Magar Ghokhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Chhuria to Magar Ghokhara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Magar Ghokhara is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magar Ghokhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magar Ghokhara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Magar Ghokhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magar Ghokhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Magar Ghokhara
Where is Magar Ghokhara located?
Magar Ghokhara village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magar Ghokhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Magar Ghokhara is Magardhokhra.
What is the pincode of Magar Ghokhara?
The pincode of Magar Ghokhara is 491558.
What is the population of Magar Ghokhara?
Magar Ghokhara has a total population of 630, including 308 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Magar Ghokhara?
There are 117 households in Magar Ghokhara.
What is the literacy rate in Magar Ghokhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magar Ghokhara is 62.70%. Male literacy is 70.45% and female literacy is 55.28%.