Magarpur - Mauranipur, Jhansi
Magarpur is a village situated in the Mauranipur tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauranipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Magarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarpur is 152580. The village covers a total geographical area of 1374.31 hectares and falls under the 284205 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Magarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Magarpur
As per Census 2011, Magarpur village has a total population of 5,481 people, consisting of 2,865 males and 2,616 females. The village has 1,017 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 841 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,053 literate and 2,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,850 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,481 | 2,865 | 2,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 841 | 433 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,850 | 966 | 884 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,053 | 1,857 | 1,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,428 | 1,008 | 1,420 |
Nearby Villages of Magarpur
Magarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampura | West | 1.78 km |
| Bahera | East | 1.83 km |
| Arjar | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Naura | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Santpura | North | 3.56 km |
| Khisni Khurd | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Churara | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Raipura Khas | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Kalothara | East | 4.52 km |
| Jawan | North | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magarpur
Magarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Magarpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.8 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 | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Magarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Magarpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Magarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Magarpur
Where is Magarpur located?
Magarpur village is located in Mauranipur Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarpur?
Magarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Magarpur?
The pincode of Magarpur is 284205.
What is the population of Magarpur?
Magarpur has a total population of 5,481, including 2,865 males and 2,616 females.
How many households are there in Magarpur?
There are 1,017 households in Magarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Magarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarpur is 55.70%. Male literacy is 64.82% and female literacy is 45.72%.