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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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%.