Margupur - Rasra, Ballia
Margupur is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Margupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margupur is 198582. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.79 hectares and falls under the 221701 pincode.
Margupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margupur
As per Census 2011, Margupur village has a total population of 651 people, consisting of 325 males and 326 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Margupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 325 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 111 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 234 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 91 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Margupur
Margupur 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Margupur Urf Panditpura | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Arazi Margupur | West | 1.10 km |
| Choukari | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Mubarakpur T.dumri | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Dumri | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Mubarakpur T.matihi | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Chilakahar | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Jamin Ucheda | West | 2.18 km |
| Khalilpur | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Paharpur | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Margupur
Margupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Margupur 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 Margupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margupur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Margupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Margupur
Where is Margupur located?
Margupur village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margupur?
Margupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Margupur?
The pincode of Margupur is 221701.
What is the population of Margupur?
Margupur has a total population of 651, including 325 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Margupur?
There are 87 households in Margupur.
What is the literacy rate in Margupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margupur is 61.44%. Male literacy is 72.00% and female literacy is 50.92%.