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
According to the 2011 Census, Magardha village had a total population of 1,616 people, including 844 males and 772 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.15%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 63.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,616, including 844 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Magardha?
Magardha had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magardha was 74.15%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 63.60%.