Magasar - Nokhra, Barmer
Magasar is a village situated in the Nokhra tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from Gudha Malani and around 53 km from Barmer. Goliya Jetmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magasar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magasar is 087689. The village covers a total geographical area of 629 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Magasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magasar
According to the 2011 Census, Magasar village had a total population of 800 people, including 413 males and 387 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.33%, with male literacy at 67.38% and female literacy at 40.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 800 | 413 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 221 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 192 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Magasar
Magasar 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 Magasar
Public transport in the Magasar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barmer to Magasar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magasar 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 Magasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magasar 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 Magasar
Where is Magasar located?
Magasar village is located in Nokhra Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Magasar?
The Gram Panchayat of Magasar is Goliya Jetmal.
What is the pincode of Magasar?
The pincode of Magasar is 344031.
What is the population of Magasar?
Magasar had a total population of 800, including 413 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Magasar?
Magasar had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magasar was 54.33%. Male literacy was 67.38% and female literacy was 40.39%.