Margawan - Harraiya, Basti
Margawan is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bhargawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margawan is 179716. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.01 hectares and falls under the 272181 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Margawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margawan
As per Census 2011, Margawan village has a total population of 904 people, consisting of 456 males and 448 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 501 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Margawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 456 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 296 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 160 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Margawan
Margawan 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 Margawan
Margawan 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 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 Basti to Margawan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Margawan is about 24 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 Margawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margawan 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 Margawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margawan 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 Margawan
Where is Margawan located?
Margawan village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Margawan is Bhargawan.
What is the pincode of Margawan?
The pincode of Margawan is 272181.
What is the population of Margawan?
Margawan has a total population of 904, including 456 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Margawan?
There are 131 households in Margawan.
What is the literacy rate in Margawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margawan is 55.42%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 45.76%.