Magalta - Garud, Bageshwar
Magalta is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Paraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magalta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magalta is 051296. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.08 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Magalta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Magalta
As per Census 2011, Magalta village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 102 males and 129 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,264 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 82 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magalta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 102 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 30 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Magalta
Magalta 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 Magalta
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Magalta.
| 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 Bageshwar to Magalta is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magalta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magalta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Magalta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magalta 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 Magalta
Where is Magalta located?
Magalta village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magalta?
The Gram Panchayat of Magalta is Paraina.
What is the pincode of Magalta?
The pincode of Magalta is 263635.
What is the population of Magalta?
Magalta has a total population of 231, including 102 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Magalta?
There are 54 households in Magalta.
What is the literacy rate in Magalta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magalta is 64.50%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 59.69%.