Agaia - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Agaia is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agaia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaia is 240193. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Agaia 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 Agaia
As per Census 2011, Agaia village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 875 males and 726 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agaia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 875 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 168 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 387 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 488 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Agaia
Agaia 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 Agaia
Agaia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Agaia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Agaia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Agaia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agaia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaia 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 Agaia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agaia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agaia
Where is Agaia located?
Agaia village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agaia?
The Gram Panchayat of Agaia is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Agaia?
The pincode of Agaia is 813204.
What is the population of Agaia?
Agaia has a total population of 1,601, including 875 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Agaia?
There are 303 households in Agaia.
What is the literacy rate in Agaia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaia is 39.54%. Male literacy is 44.23% and female literacy is 33.88%.