Magar - Rajpura, Patiala
Magar is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Magar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magar is 036898. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 147111 pincode. Ghanaur is the nearest town.
Magar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magar
As per Census 2011, Magar village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 220 males and 193 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 220 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 80 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Magar
Magar 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 Magar
Magar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Magar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magar 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 Magar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magar 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 Magar
Where is Magar located?
Magar village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magar?
Magar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Magar?
The pincode of Magar is 147111.
What is the population of Magar?
Magar has a total population of 413, including 220 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Magar?
There are 80 households in Magar.
What is the literacy rate in Magar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magar is 62.23%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 60.62%.