Magrai - Palera, Tikamgarh
Magrai is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Magrai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magrai is 456978. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271.28 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Magrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magrai
As per Census 2011, Magrai village has a total population of 2,727 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,307 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 1,469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,727 | 1,420 | 1,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 250 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 344 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 789 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,469 | 631 | 838 |
Nearby Villages of Magrai
Magrai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gora | South | 3.40 km |
| Phoolpur | North | 3.59 km |
| Alopa | East | 4.26 km |
| Pali | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Karmaura | West | 4.70 km |
| Guna | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Simariya | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Raghunathpura | South-West | 5.40 km |
| Deoraha | North | 5.62 km |
| Ratanguwan | East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magrai
Magrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikamgarh, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palera to Magrai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Magrai is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magrai 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 Magrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Magrai
Where is Magrai located?
Magrai village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magrai?
Magrai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Magrai?
The pincode of Magrai is 472221.
What is the population of Magrai?
Magrai has a total population of 2,727, including 1,420 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Magrai?
There are 496 households in Magrai.
What is the literacy rate in Magrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magrai is 46.13%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 35.88%.