Magar - Balh, Mandi
Magar is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Mandi. Magar Padhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magar is 014717. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.1 hectares and falls under the 175027 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Magar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magar
According to the 2011 Census, Magar village had a total population of 337 people, including 171 males and 166 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.44%, with male literacy at 95.48% and female literacy at 84.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 16 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 148 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 23 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Magar
Magar 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 Magar
Magar 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 | 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 Mandi to Magar is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Magar
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Magar
Where is Magar located?
Magar village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Magar?
The Gram Panchayat of Magar is Magar Padhru.
What is the pincode of Magar?
The pincode of Magar is 175027.
What is the population of Magar?
Magar had a total population of 337, including 171 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Magar?
Magar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magar was 90.44%. Male literacy was 95.48% and female literacy was 84.78%.