Magardha - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Magardha is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Magardha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magardha is 490617. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.1 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Narsimhapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Magardha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magardha
As per Census 2011, Magardha village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 844 males and 772 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,050 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magardha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 844 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 615 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 229 | 337 |
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 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Magardha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsimhapur to Magardha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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 Magardha
Where is Magardha located?
Magardha village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur 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 487118.
What is the population of Magardha?
Magardha has a total population of 1,616, including 844 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Magardha?
There are 337 households in Magardha.
What is the literacy rate in Magardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magardha is 64.98%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 56.35%.