Margram - Burwan, Murshidabad
Margram is a village situated in the Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Kurunnorun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Margram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margram is 315939. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.18 hectares and falls under the 742161 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Burwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margram
According to the 2011 Census, Margram village had a total population of 440 people, including 242 males and 198 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.25%, with male literacy at 95.73% and female literacy at 79.07%.
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 | 440 | 242 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 202 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Margram
Margram 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 Margram
Margram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kandi to Margram is about 26 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 Margram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margram 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 1-2 km |
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:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Margram
Where is Margram located?
Margram village is located in Burwan Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Margram?
The Gram Panchayat of Margram is Kurunnorun.
What is the pincode of Margram?
The pincode of Margram is 742161.
What is the population of Margram?
Margram had a total population of 440, including 242 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Margram?
Margram had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margram was 88.25%. Male literacy was 95.73% and female literacy was 79.07%.