Magha is an inhabited village in Jhalda - I Block of Puruliya district, West Bengal. Its Census village code is 331282, the Census 2011 record lists 758 people in 158 households and the reported area is 189.74 hectares. The local references include Jhalda - I CD Block and the nearest town reference is Jhalda at about 14 km.
In short:
Magha is a village in Jhalda - I Block, Puruliya district, West Bengal, India. The available record shows Census village code 331282 and 758 people in 158 households.
Village Code331282
Population758
Households158
Area189.74 hectares
Nearest TownJhalda
Detailed village profile
Magha at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 758 people, 189.74 hectares of reported area and Jhalda as the nearest town reference for Magha, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
Magha falls under Jhalda - I Block in Puruliya district, West Bengal.
The Census village code is 331282.
The record lists 758 people living in 158 households.
The reported village area is 189.74 hectares.
The nearest town named in the record is Jhalda.
This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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Data Sources and Verification
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Census and Amenities
Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
DCHB Publisher
Registrar General of India, Government of India
Banking Context
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
Village
Magha
Census Village Code
331282
State
West Bengal
State Census Code
19
District
Puruliya
District Census Code
340
Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
Jhalda - I
Sub-district Census Code
02390
CD Block
Jhalda - I
Households
158
Population
758
Male Population
382
Female Population
376
Sex Ratio
984.29
Area
189.74 hectares
Area
1.9 sq km
Nearest Town
Jhalda
Nearest Town Distance
14 km
PIN Code Reported in Source Data
723212
Reference Year
2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density399.49 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size4.8 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share0.13%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share27.31%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share45.3%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Magha in the official administrative record. Census village code 331282 and Jhalda - I CD Block.
State Census Code
19
District Census Code
340
Sub-district Census Code
02390
Village Census Code
331282
CD Block Code
0237
CD Block Name
Jhalda - I
Location and Distance
Jhalda is the nearest town listed for Magha, about 14 km away. Purulia is listed as the district headquarters at about 55.9 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
Sub-district Headquarter
Jhalda
Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
10.5 km
District Headquarter
Purulia
Distance from District Headquarter
55.9 km
Nearest Statutory Town
Jhalda
Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
14 km
Nearest Town
Jhalda
Distance from Nearest Town
14 km
Total Geographical Area
189.74 hectares
Area
1.9 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 758 people in 158 households, with 382 male residents and 376 female residents. The average household size is 4.8, and SC share is 0.13% and ST share is 27.31% for Magha. Population density works out to about 399.49 people per sq km.
Total Households
158
Total Population
758
Male Population
382
Female Population
376
Sex Ratio
984.29
Average Household Size
4.8
SC Population
1
SC Male Population
1
SC Population Share
0.13
ST Population
207
ST Male Population
104
ST Female Population
103
ST Population Share
27.31
Village Status
Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Magha list 1 government primary school. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG
Available
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG Count
1
Government Primary School
Available
Government Primary School Count
1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Magha include river or canal water and tank, pond or lake water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
Tube Wells Borehole
Available
Tube Wells Borehole Functions All Year
Available
Tube Wells Borehole Functions in Summer
Available
River Canal
Available
River Canal Functions All Year
Available
River Canal Functions in Summer
Available
Tank Pond Lake
Available
No Drainage
Available
Drain Water Discharge Destination
Sewer plant
Culturable Waste Land Area In Hectares
78.9 hectares
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity rows cover roads, transport, communication and access-related facilities for Magha.
Cycle Rickshaw
Available
Gravel Kuchha Roads
Available
Footpath
Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Magha include self-help groups, Anganwadi centre, ASHA services, PDS shop and assembly polling station. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
Self Help Group SHG
Available
Public Distribution System PDS Shop
Available
Nutritional Centres ICDS
Available
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
Available
ASHA
Available
Community Centre
Available
Sports Field
Available
Sports Club Recreation Centre
Available
Cinema Video Hall
Available
Public Library
Available
Public Reading Room
Available
Daily Newspaper Supply
Available
Assembly Polling Station
Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Magha is reported as 20 hours per day in summer and 20 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
Power Supply For Domestic Use
Available
Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
20 hours/day
Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
20 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Magha show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 90.3 hectares and irrigated land is 40.9 hectares (45.3% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
Agricultural Commodities First
Paddy
Area Under Non Agricultural Uses In Hectares
20.54
Net Area Sown In Hectares
90.3
Total Unirrigated Land Area In Hectares
49.4 hectares
Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
40.9
Canals Area In Hectares
40.9 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
Nutritional Centres Others
Available
Noindex
False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
Village ATM Status
Not available in village
Nearest ATM Facility
More than 10 km
Commercial Bank
Not available in village
Cooperative Bank
Not available in village
Same-area Bank Service Records
1
Banks in Matched Records
1
Matched PINs
1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN, district and local admin area
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
Device type summary for matched banking access records
Device Type
Records
Share
ATM
1
100%
Top Banks in Matched Records
Top banks from matched ATM, CDM and CRM records
Bank
Records
Share
Punjab National Bank
1
100%
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
Selected bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records
Bank
Type
PIN
District
Local Area
Centre
Address
Punjab National Bank
ATM
723212
Puruliya
Jhalda - I
Jargo
Purulia Jargo, Purulia-723212, Puruliya, West Bengal, 723212
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Magha village located?
Magha is in Jhalda - I Block of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India.
Which district is Magha village in?
Magha village is in Puruliya district.
Which state is Magha village in?
Magha village is in West Bengal.
Which block is Magha under?
Magha comes under Jhalda - I Block. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Magha?
The Census village code of Magha is 331282.
What is the population of Magha village?
The village record lists 758 people and 158 households for Magha.
How many households are in Magha village?
The village record lists 158 households for Magha.
What is the male and female population of Magha?
The record lists 382 male residents and 376 female residents for Magha.
What is the sex ratio of Magha village?
The sex ratio of Magha is 984.29 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Magha village?
The reported geographical area of Magha is 189.74 hectares.
What is the population density of Magha village?
The approximate population density of Magha is 399.49 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Magha?
The nearest town listed for Magha is Jhalda, about 14 km away.
How far is Magha from the district headquarters?
Magha is about 55.9 km from Purulia, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Magha from the sub-district headquarters?
Magha is about 10.5 km from Jhalda, the block headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Magha?
The village facility record lists 1 government primary school for Magha.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Magha?
For Magha, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, net sown area is 90.3 hectares and irrigated land is 40.9 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Magha?
The page shows 1 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Magha. These records include 1 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.
Is a primary school reported for this village?
Yes. The village record marks a primary school as available in Magha.
Source note: Vill prepares village pages mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India. Postal context is for address reference, and banking context uses available Reserve Bank of India (RBI) access records where shown. Some values may be blank, old or not listed. Please verify important details with official records before using them for legal, land, revenue, postal, financial or administrative work. Page last reviewed: 30 May 2026.