Magarapali - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Magarapali is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Sodamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarapali is 381280. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Magarapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magarapali
As per Census 2011, Magarapali village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 169 males and 158 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 169 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 115 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 54 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Magarapali
Magarapali 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 Magarapali
Public transport in the Magarapali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Magarapali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Magarapali is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Magarapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarapali 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 Magarapali
Where is Magarapali located?
Magarapali village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarapali is Sodamal.
What is the pincode of Magarapali?
The pincode of Magarapali is 768214.
What is the population of Magarapali?
Magarapali has a total population of 327, including 169 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Magarapali?
There are 81 households in Magarapali.
What is the literacy rate in Magarapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarapali is 57.49%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 46.20%.