Agiaon - Piro, Bhojpur
Agiaon is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Agiaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agiaon is 247343. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Agiaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arrah Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Agiaon
According to the 2011 Census, Agiaon village had a total population of 7,545 people, including 3,941 males and 3,604 females, living in 1,044 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.54%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 50.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,813.
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 | 7,545 | 3,941 | 3,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,529 | 813 | 716 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,813 | 919 | 894 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,943 | 2,486 | 1,457 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,602 | 1,455 | 2,147 |
Nearby Villages of Agiaon
Agiaon 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 Agiaon
Agiaon 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 Agiaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Piro to Agiaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Agiaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agiaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agiaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agiaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agiaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Agiaon
Where is Agiaon located?
Agiaon village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agiaon?
Agiaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agiaon?
The pincode of Agiaon is 802202.
What is the population of Agiaon?
Agiaon had a total population of 7,545, including 3,941 males and 3,604 females.
How many households are there in Agiaon?
Agiaon had 1,044 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agiaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agiaon was 65.54%. Male literacy was 79.48% and female literacy was 50.45%.