Magarkanda - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Magarkanda is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Satavaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarkanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarkanda is 395833. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Magarkanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magarkanda
As per Census 2011, Magarkanda village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 553 males and 494 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 663 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarkanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 553 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 113 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 319 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 663 | 382 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 171 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Magarkanda
Magarkanda 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 Magarkanda
Public transport in the Magarkanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pattamundai to Magarkanda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Magarkanda is about 68 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 Magarkanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarkanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Magarkanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarkanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Magarkanda
Where is Magarkanda located?
Magarkanda village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarkanda is Satavaya.
What is the pincode of Magarkanda?
The pincode of Magarkanda is 754225.
What is the population of Magarkanda?
Magarkanda has a total population of 1,047, including 553 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Magarkanda?
There are 205 households in Magarkanda.
What is the literacy rate in Magarkanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarkanda is 63.32%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 56.88%.