Margupur - Patti, Pratapgarh
Margupur is a village situated in the Patti tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patti and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Pratap Garh. Mahuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margupur is 159512. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 230124 pincode.
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 Patti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margupur
According to the 2011 Census, Margupur village had a total population of 996 people, including 518 males and 478 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.73%, with male literacy at 80.79% and female literacy at 53.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 996 | 518 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 366 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 152 | 250 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Chandi | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Mahuli | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Puralal | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Asuapar | South | 1.27 km |
| Karanpur | East | 1.71 km |
| Sirkina | North | 1.88 km |
| Udaipur | North | 1.90 km |
| Dhema | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Abhaipur | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Ramgarha | North-West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Margupur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Margupur. The nearest railway station is Harpalganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pratap Garh to Margupur is about 44 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 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 Patti Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Margupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Margupur is Mahuli.
What is the pincode of Margupur?
The pincode of Margupur is 230124.
What is the population of Margupur?
Margupur had a total population of 996, including 518 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Margupur?
Margupur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margupur was 67.73%. Male literacy was 80.79% and female literacy was 53.77%.