Magra - Shahgarh, Sagar
Magra is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Magra (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magra is 460424. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.37 hectares and falls under the 470340 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Magra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Magra
According to the 2011 Census, Magra village had a total population of 689 people, including 369 males and 320 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.76%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 689 | 369 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 127 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 254 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 115 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Magra
Magra 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 Magra
Magra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Magra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Magra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Magra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magra 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 Magra
Where is Magra located?
Magra village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magra?
The Gram Panchayat of Magra is Magra (p).
What is the pincode of Magra?
The pincode of Magra is 470340.
What is the population of Magra?
Magra had a total population of 689, including 369 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Magra?
Magra had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magra was 72.76%. Male literacy was 84.11% and female literacy was 59.38%.