Margora - Birni, Giridih
Margora is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Kharkhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margora is 352345. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.95 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode.
Margora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margora
According to the 2011 Census, Margora village had a total population of 1,409 people, including 668 males and 741 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.10%, with male literacy at 69.49% and female literacy at 40.53%.
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 | 1,409 | 668 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 137 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 369 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 299 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Margora
Margora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghanal | West | 1.60 km |
| Jamdiha | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Gadi | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Orgo | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Sankhabara | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Suiadih | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Khairidih | North | 2.69 km |
| Khariodih | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Tulsitanr | South | 3.01 km |
| Chongakhar | North-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Margora
Margora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hazaribagh Road, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Margora is about 40 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 Margora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Margora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margora 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 Margora
Where is Margora located?
Margora village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Margora?
The Gram Panchayat of Margora is Kharkhari.
What is the pincode of Margora?
The pincode of Margora is 825324.
What is the population of Margora?
Margora had a total population of 1,409, including 668 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Margora?
Margora had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margora was 54.10%. Male literacy was 69.49% and female literacy was 40.53%.