Magradha - Ghansaur, Seoni
Magradha is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Andiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magradha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magradha is 496324. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.68 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Magradha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magradha
According to the 2011 Census, Magradha village had a total population of 220 people, including 109 males and 111 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.10%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 49.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 106 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 39 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Magradha
Magradha 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 Magradha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Magradha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lakhnadon to Magradha is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Magradha is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magradha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magradha 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 Magradha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magradha 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 Magradha
Where is Magradha located?
Magradha village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Magradha?
The Gram Panchayat of Magradha is Andiya.
What is the pincode of Magradha?
The pincode of Magradha is 480997.
What is the population of Magradha?
Magradha had a total population of 220, including 109 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Magradha?
Magradha had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magradha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magradha was 63.10%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 49.48%.