Magardha - Banda, Sagar
Magardha is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Magrdha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magardha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magardha is 460191. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.11 hectares and falls under the 470335 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magardha
As per Census 2011, Magardha village has a total population of 2,270 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 1,078 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 1,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 174 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magardha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,270 | 1,192 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 192 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 255 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 799 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 393 | 607 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Richhai Bineka | South | 2.29 km |
| Khiriya | North | 2.42 km |
| Semra Dant | South | 2.62 km |
| Khojampur | East | 2.82 km |
| Bhusa Kamalpur | North | 2.98 km |
| Mahmada | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Hanota Uwari | West | 3.72 km |
| Nimon | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Pitholi | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Khuwari | South-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magardha
Magardha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Makronia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Magardha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Magardha is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Magardha
Where is Magardha located?
Magardha village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magardha?
The Gram Panchayat of Magardha is Magrdha.
What is the pincode of Magardha?
The pincode of Magardha is 470335.
What is the population of Magardha?
Magardha has a total population of 2,270, including 1,192 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Magardha?
There are 555 households in Magardha.
What is the literacy rate in Magardha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magardha is 55.95%. Male literacy is 67.03% and female literacy is 43.69%.