Magaral - Walajabad, Kancheepuram

Magaral is a village situated in the Walajabad taluka of Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. Magaral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Magaral is 629733. The village covers a total geographical area of 1082.34 hectares and falls under the 631603 pincode. Kancheepuram is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.

Magaral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthiramerur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Magaral

According to the 2011 Census, Magaral village had a total population of 2,834 people, including 1,399 males and 1,435 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.30%, with male literacy at 75.50% and female literacy at 63.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,777, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Magaral

Magaral is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Magaral

Magaral is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Walajabad, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kancheepuram to Magaral is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Magaral

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magaral village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Magaral

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magaral village are given below:

FAQs about Magaral