Agarpur - Goradih, Bhagalpur
Agarpur is a village situated in the Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goradih and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Agarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarpur is 239918. The village covers a total geographical area of 960 hectares and falls under the 813210 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Agarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarpur
As per Census 2011, Agarpur village has a total population of 18,232 people, consisting of 9,683 males and 8,549 females. The village has 3,240 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,783 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,088 literate and 11,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,737 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,232 | 9,683 | 8,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,783 | 1,871 | 1,912 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,737 | 1,483 | 1,254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,088 | 4,380 | 2,708 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,144 | 5,303 | 5,841 |
Nearby Villages of Agarpur
Agarpur 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 Agarpur
Agarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhagalpur to Agarpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agarpur
Where is Agarpur located?
Agarpur village is located in Goradih Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarpur?
Agarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agarpur?
The pincode of Agarpur is 813210.
What is the population of Agarpur?
Agarpur has a total population of 18,232, including 9,683 males and 8,549 females.
How many households are there in Agarpur?
There are 3,240 households in Agarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Agarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarpur is 38.88%. Male literacy is 45.23% and female literacy is 31.68%.