Agar
Agar is a village located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Agar village is also a gram panchayat.
Agar has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Agar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agar is 442397. The village spans a total geographical area of 601.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491558. Dhamdha is nearest town to Agar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Agar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saja Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Agar
Population of Agar
Below is a concise population overview of Agar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 710 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 327 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 485 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 225 | 378 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Agar village:
- The total population of Agar village is around 1,427, including approximately 710 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Agar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Agar village has 651 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Agar village is about 57.74%, with male literacy at 68.31% and female literacy at 47.28%.
- There are around 322 households in Agar village.
Connectivity of Agar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agar. As per the 2011 stats, Agar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Knowing the nearby villages of Agar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agar
- Where is Agar located?
- Agar village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
- Agar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Agar?
- The pincode of Agar is 491558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agar is 1,427, with 710 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agar village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agar is 57.74%. The male literacy rate is 68.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.28%.