Maghera
Maghera is a village located in Mathura tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from Mathura, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Maghera village. As per 2009 stats, Maghera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maghera unique in its vibrant Mathura region. You’ll see Maghera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maghera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maghera is 124279. The village spans a total geographical area of 525.77 hectares. Mathura is nearest town to Maghera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Maghera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Goverdhan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Maghera
Population of Maghera
According to the 2011 Census, Maghera has a total population of about 2,288, with approximately 1,231 males and 1,057 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 357 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 864 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.85%, with male literacy at about 68.89% and female literacy near 38.51%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maghera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,288 | 1,231 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 184 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 433 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,255 | 848 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 383 | 650 |
Connectivity of Maghera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maghera. As per the 2011 stats, Maghera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maghera
Knowing the nearby villages of Maghera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maghera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maghera
- Where is Maghera located?
- Maghera village is situated in Mathura Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maghera?
- Maghera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Maghera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maghera is 2,288, with 1,231 males and 1,057 females.
- How many households are there in Maghera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maghera village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maghera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maghera is 54.85%. The male literacy rate is 68.89%, while the female literacy rate is 38.51%.