Margram - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur

Margram is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Margram is 311303. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.26 hectares and falls under the 733103 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Margram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Margram

According to the 2011 Census, Margram village had a total population of 870 people, including 459 males and 411 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.52%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 67.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 557, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Margram

Margram 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Margram

Margram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Margram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Margram is about 11.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Margram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margram village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Margram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margram village are given below:

FAQs about Margram