Bar Magura - Onda, Bankura
Bar Magura is a village situated in the Onda subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Ramsagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar Magura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar Magura is 328557. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.53 hectares and falls under the 722147 pincode. Bishnupur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bar Magura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bar Magura
According to the 2011 Census, Bar Magura village had a total population of 782 people, including 369 males and 413 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.73%, with male literacy at 99.11% and female literacy at 98.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 406.
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 | 782 | 369 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 32 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 185 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 334 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 35 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Bar Magura
Bar Magura 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 Bar Magura
Bar Magura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Bar Magura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bishnupur to Bar Magura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar Magura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar Magura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bar Magura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar Magura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bar Magura
Where is Bar Magura located?
Bar Magura village is located in Onda Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar Magura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar Magura is Ramsagar.
What is the pincode of Bar Magura?
The pincode of Bar Magura is 722147.
What is the population of Bar Magura?
Bar Magura had a total population of 782, including 369 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Bar Magura?
Bar Magura had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar Magura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar Magura was 98.73%. Male literacy was 99.11% and female literacy was 98.38%.