Margupur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Margupur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Deoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margupur is 206209. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.04 hectares and falls under the 233233 pincode. Muhammadabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Margupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margupur
According to the 2011 Census, Margupur village had a total population of 316 people, including 168 males and 148 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.58%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 83.09%.
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 | 316 | 168 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 143 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musar Dewa | South-East | 0.57 km |
| Deoria | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Sangrampur | West | 1.09 km |
| Kharika | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Basartpur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Sabitapur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Khardiha | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Birbhanpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Nasirpur Sukaulia | North | 1.93 km |
| Chak Khadi | South | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Margupur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Margupur. The nearest railway station is Karimuddin Pur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muhammadabad to Margupur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Margupur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Margupur
Where is Margupur located?
Margupur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Margupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Margupur is Deoria.
What is the pincode of Margupur?
The pincode of Margupur is 233233.
What is the population of Margupur?
Margupur had a total population of 316, including 168 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Margupur?
Margupur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margupur was 88.58%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 83.09%.