Magrora - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Magrora is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Barodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magrora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magrora is 456042. The village covers a total geographical area of 702 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Magrora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magrora
As per Census 2011, Magrora village has a total population of 825 people, consisting of 430 males and 395 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magrora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 825 | 430 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 69 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 262 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 168 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Magrora
Magrora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barodiya | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Khatora | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Deori | East | 3.01 km |
| Barod | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Chandan Khiriya | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Alawadi | North | 4.35 km |
| Jhandi | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Peeroth | East | 5.20 km |
| Meghona Bada | South | 5.53 km |
| Odera | North | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magrora
Magrora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Badarwas to Magrora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Magrora is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magrora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magrora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Magrora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magrora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Magrora
Where is Magrora located?
Magrora village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magrora?
The Gram Panchayat of Magrora is Barodiya.
What is the pincode of Magrora?
The pincode of Magrora is 473885.
What is the population of Magrora?
Magrora has a total population of 825, including 430 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Magrora?
There are 188 households in Magrora.
What is the literacy rate in Magrora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magrora is 55.15%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 48.86%.