Agra - Goradih, Bhagalpur
Agra is a village situated in the Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goradih and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Agarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agra is 240008. The village covers a total geographical area of 474 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Agra 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 Agra
As per Census 2011, Agra village has a total population of 909 people, consisting of 464 males and 445 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 909 | 464 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 95 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 226 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 238 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Agra
Agra 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 Agra
Agra 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 Agra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhagalpur to Agra is about 16 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 Agra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agra 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Agra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Agra
Where is Agra located?
Agra village is located in Goradih Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agra?
The Gram Panchayat of Agra is Agarpur.
What is the pincode of Agra?
The pincode of Agra is 813205.
What is the population of Agra?
Agra has a total population of 909, including 464 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Agra?
There are 159 households in Agra.
What is the literacy rate in Agra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agra is 42.57%. Male literacy is 48.71% and female literacy is 36.18%.