Agarvado - Pernem, North Goa
Agarvado is a village situated in the Pernem taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pernem and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Agarwada Chopdem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarvado village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarvado is 626657. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.55 hectares and falls under the 403512 pincode.
Agarvado village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandrem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarvado
According to the 2011 Census, Agarvado village had a total population of 1,478 people, including 721 males and 757 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.91%, with male literacy at 87.97% and female literacy at 78.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 1,478 | 721 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 563 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 158 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Agarvado
Agarvado 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 Agarvado
Agarvado is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agarvado.
| 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 Panaji to Agarvado is about 28 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 Agarvado
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarvado village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agarvado
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarvado village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agarvado
Where is Agarvado located?
Agarvado village is located in Pernem Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarvado?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarvado is Agarwada Chopdem.
What is the pincode of Agarvado?
The pincode of Agarvado is 403512.
What is the population of Agarvado?
Agarvado had a total population of 1,478, including 721 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Agarvado?
Agarvado had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agarvado?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarvado was 82.91%. Male literacy was 87.97% and female literacy was 78.09%.