Magardha - Baraily, Raisen
Magardha is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Magardha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magardha is 484576. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.73 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magardha
As per Census 2011, Magardha village has a total population of 2,285 people, consisting of 1,201 males and 1,084 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,392 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magardha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,285 | 1,201 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 154 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 313 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 815 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 386 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Magardha
Magardha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Umariya | South | 1.76 km |
| Nayagaon Kalan | North | 2.89 km |
| Panjara Vijaysingh | South | 2.90 km |
| Maheshwar | North | 3.34 km |
| Bamhori Panda | East | 3.53 km |
| Bhiladiya | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Khandraj | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Kelkachha | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Banskheda | South | 4.49 km |
| Bag Pipliya | East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magardha
Magardha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 km.
| 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 Baraily to Magardha is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Magardha is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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) | 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 Baraily Tehsil, Raisen 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 464668.
What is the population of Magardha?
Magardha has a total population of 2,285, including 1,201 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Magardha?
There are 503 households in Magardha.
What is the literacy rate in Magardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magardha is 60.92%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 53.23%.