Magarawa - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Magarawa is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Magarava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarawa is 507623. The village covers a total geographical area of 1289.68 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Magarawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magarawa
As per Census 2011, Magarawa village has a total population of 3,254 people, consisting of 1,668 males and 1,586 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,462 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 669 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,254 | 1,668 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 346 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 136 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 669 | 334 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 939 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 729 | 1,063 |
Nearby Villages of Magarawa
Magarawa 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 Magarawa
Public transport in the Magarawa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhanera to Magarawa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Magarawa is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Magarawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Magarawa
Where is Magarawa located?
Magarawa village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarawa is Magarava.
What is the pincode of Magarawa?
The pincode of Magarawa is 385310.
What is the population of Magarawa?
Magarawa has a total population of 3,254, including 1,668 males and 1,586 females.
How many households are there in Magarawa?
There are 493 households in Magarawa.
What is the literacy rate in Magarawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarawa is 44.93%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 32.98%.