Magardha - Narayanganj, Mandla
Magardha is a village situated in the Narayanganj tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanganj and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Magardha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magardha is 492632. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.87 hectares and falls under the 481666 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Magardha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Magardha
As per Census 2011, Magardha village has a total population of 1,408 people, consisting of 676 males and 732 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magardha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 676 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 90 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,188 | 566 | 622 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 455 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 221 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Magardha
Magardha 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 Magardha
Magardha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Jabalpur to Magardha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Magardha is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magardha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magardha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Magardha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magardha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Magardha
Where is Magardha located?
Magardha village is located in Narayanganj Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magardha?
Magardha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Magardha?
The pincode of Magardha is 481666.
What is the population of Magardha?
Magardha has a total population of 1,408, including 676 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in Magardha?
There are 320 households in Magardha.
What is the literacy rate in Magardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magardha is 59.23%. Male literacy is 67.31% and female literacy is 51.78%.