Agarpura - Barhara, Bhojpur
Agarpura is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Babhangawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarpura is 246883. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 802163 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Agarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Agarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Agarpura village had a total population of 738 people, including 370 males and 368 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.42%, with male literacy at 91.86% and female literacy at 64.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 370 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 282 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 88 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Agarpura
Agarpura 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 Agarpura
Agarpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Agarpura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agarpura
Where is Agarpura located?
Agarpura village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarpura is Babhangawa.
What is the pincode of Agarpura?
The pincode of Agarpura is 802163.
What is the population of Agarpura?
Agarpura had a total population of 738, including 370 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Agarpura?
Agarpura had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarpura was 78.42%. Male literacy was 91.86% and female literacy was 64.67%.