Magura - Bolagad, Khordha
Magura is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Asarladala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magura is 407070. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Magura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magura
According to the 2011 Census, Magura village had a total population of 379 people, including 195 males and 184 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.48%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 76.25%.
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 | 379 | 195 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 156 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 39 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Magura
Magura 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 Magura
Magura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Magura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Magura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Magura is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Magura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magura 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 Magura
Where is Magura located?
Magura village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magura?
The Gram Panchayat of Magura is Asarladala.
What is the pincode of Magura?
The pincode of Magura is 752066.
What is the population of Magura?
Magura had a total population of 379, including 195 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Magura?
Magura had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magura was 83.48%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 76.25%.