Maghokalan - Dhanwar, Giridih
Maghokalan is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. Galwati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maghokalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maghokalan is 350964. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.35 hectares and falls under the 825418 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Maghokalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maghokalan
As per Census 2011, Maghokalan village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 242 males and 226 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maghokalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 242 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 56 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 124 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Maghokalan
Maghokalan 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 Maghokalan
Public transport in the Maghokalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maghokalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Maghokalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maghokalan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maghokalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maghokalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Maghokalan
Where is Maghokalan located?
Maghokalan village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maghokalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Maghokalan is Galwati.
What is the pincode of Maghokalan?
The pincode of Maghokalan is 825418.
What is the population of Maghokalan?
Maghokalan has a total population of 468, including 242 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Maghokalan?
There are 80 households in Maghokalan.
What is the literacy rate in Maghokalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maghokalan is 43.80%. Male literacy is 48.76% and female literacy is 38.50%.