Magarsara - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Magarsara is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Sitarganj and around 61 km from Rudrapur. Magarsada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magarsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarsara is 056172. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.34 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Magarsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magarsara
As per Census 2011, Magarsara village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 665 males and 655 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 881 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,000 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 665 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 508 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 494 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 171 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Magarsara
Magarsara 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 Magarsara
Magarsara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Sitarganj to Magarsara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Magarsara is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarsara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Magarsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Magarsara
Where is Magarsara located?
Magarsara village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Magarsara is Magarsada.
What is the pincode of Magarsara?
The pincode of Magarsara is 262405.
What is the population of Magarsara?
Magarsara has a total population of 1,320, including 665 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Magarsara?
There are 210 households in Magarsara.
What is the literacy rate in Magarsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarsara is 66.74%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 59.08%.