Mangarai - Buxwaha, Chhatarpur
Mangarai is a village situated in the Buxwaha tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buxwaha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Jaitupura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangarai is 458512. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.14 hectares and falls under the 471318 pincode. Buxwaha is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mangarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangarai
According to the 2011 Census, Mangarai village had a total population of 545 people, including 290 males and 255 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.66%, with male literacy at 80.66% and female literacy at 55.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 545 | 290 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 196 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 94 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Mangarai
Mangarai 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 Mangarai
Mangarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxwaha to Mangarai is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Mangarai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangarai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mangarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mangarai
Where is Mangarai located?
Mangarai village is located in Buxwaha Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangarai is Jaitupura.
What is the pincode of Mangarai?
The pincode of Mangarai is 471318.
What is the population of Mangarai?
Mangarai had a total population of 545, including 290 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Mangarai?
Mangarai had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangarai was 69.66%. Male literacy was 80.66% and female literacy was 55.73%.