Magurakuda - Niali, Cuttack
Magurakuda is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Erancha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magurakuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magurakuda is 400262. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.93 hectares and falls under the 754105 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Magurakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magurakuda
According to the 2011 Census, Magurakuda village had a total population of 449 people, including 219 males and 230 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.13%, with male literacy at 90.86% and female literacy at 73.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 449 | 219 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 179 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 40 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Magurakuda
Magurakuda 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 Magurakuda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Magurakuda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Magurakuda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magurakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magurakuda 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 Magurakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magurakuda 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 Magurakuda
Where is Magurakuda located?
Magurakuda village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Magurakuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Magurakuda is Erancha.
What is the pincode of Magurakuda?
The pincode of Magurakuda is 754105.
What is the population of Magurakuda?
Magurakuda had a total population of 449, including 219 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Magurakuda?
Magurakuda had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magurakuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magurakuda was 82.13%. Male literacy was 90.86% and female literacy was 73.79%.