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.
Here you can discover what makes Agar unique in its vibrant Dhamdha-Durg region. You’ll see Agar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Agar has a total population of about 1,427, with approximately 710 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 651 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 211. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.74%, with male literacy at about 68.31% and female literacy near 47.28%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.