Magurali Village - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Magurali is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from Baduria. Sayestanagar-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magurali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magurali is 323503. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.44 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Magurali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Swarupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Magurali
As per Census 2011, Magurali village has a total population of 2,149 people, consisting of 1,073 males and 1,076 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,350 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magurali are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,149 | 1,073 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 284 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,350 | 701 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 372 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Magurali
Magurali 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Labanga | East | 0.98 km |
| Joypur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Bakra Chandirbaor | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Sayestanagar | North | 1.46 km |
| Labanga | South | 1.62 km |
| Sonpur | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Gachha | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Shibhati | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Piyara | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Prasannakati | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Magurali
Magurali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basirhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Magurali is about 10 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 Magurali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magurali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Magurali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magurali 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 Magurali
Where is Magurali located?
Magurali village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magurali?
The Gram Panchayat of Magurali is Sayestanagar-i.
What is the pincode of Magurali?
The pincode of Magurali is 743401.
What is the population of Magurali?
Magurali has a total population of 2,149, including 1,073 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Magurali?
There are 493 households in Magurali.
What is the literacy rate in Magurali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magurali is 62.82%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 60.32%.