Magvas - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Magvas is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Danta and around 52 km from Palanpur. Sandhosi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magvas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magvas is 507959. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.08 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Magvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magvas
According to the 2011 Census, Magvas village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 827 males and 829 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.64%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 42.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,653.
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 | 1,656 | 827 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 215 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,653 | 825 | 828 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 421 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 406 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Magvas
Magvas 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 Magvas
Magvas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ambaji to Magvas is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Magvas is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Magvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magvas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Magvas
Where is Magvas located?
Magvas village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magvas?
The Gram Panchayat of Magvas is Sandhosi.
What is the pincode of Magvas?
The pincode of Magvas is 385110.
What is the population of Magvas?
Magvas had a total population of 1,656, including 827 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Magvas?
Magvas had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magvas was 55.64%. Male literacy was 68.79% and female literacy was 42.09%.