Agraul - Singhia, Samastipur
Agraul is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Shalepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agraul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agraul is 237236. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Agraul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hasanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agraul
As per Census 2011, Agraul village has a total population of 2,699 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,241 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,682 literate and 1,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agraul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,699 | 1,458 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 244 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 315 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,682 | 1,017 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 441 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Agraul
Agraul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Salepur | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Lagma | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Jahangirpur | West | 2.02 km |
| Bhirar | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Karahi | East | 3.17 km |
| Singhia | North | 3.34 km |
| Mahekhaira | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Bishunpur Diha | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Arrahi | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Kharahia | South-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agraul
Public transport in the Agraul is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naya Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Agraul is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Agraul is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agraul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agraul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agraul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agraul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agraul
Where is Agraul located?
Agraul village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agraul?
The Gram Panchayat of Agraul is Shalepur.
What is the pincode of Agraul?
The pincode of Agraul is 848209.
What is the population of Agraul?
Agraul has a total population of 2,699, including 1,458 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Agraul?
There are 547 households in Agraul.
What is the literacy rate in Agraul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agraul is 62.32%. Male literacy is 69.75% and female literacy is 53.59%.