Magarkata - Majholi, Jabalpur
Magarkata is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Bagheli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarkata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarkata is 489310. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.4 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Magarkata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magarkata
According to the 2011 Census, Magarkata village had a total population of 241 people, including 115 males and 126 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 241 | 115 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 30 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Magarkata
Magarkata 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 Magarkata
Magarkata 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Magarkata is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Magarkata is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarkata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarkata 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Magarkata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarkata 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 Magarkata
Where is Magarkata located?
Magarkata village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarkata is Bagheli.
What is the pincode of Magarkata?
The pincode of Magarkata is 483222.
What is the population of Magarkata?
Magarkata had a total population of 241, including 115 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Magarkata?
Magarkata had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magarkata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarkata was 73.79%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 63.81%.