Agonda

Agonda is a village located in Canacona taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Canacona (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Agonda village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Agonda unique in its vibrant Canacona-South Goa region. You’ll see Agonda’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 Agonda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agonda is 627023. The village spans a total geographical area of 1480 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403702. Canacona is nearest town to Agonda village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Agonda 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 Canacona Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa 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 Agonda

According to the 2011 Census, Agonda has a total population of about 3,801, with approximately 1,801 males and 2,000 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 371. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.14%, with male literacy at about 82.12% and female literacy near 72.65%. There are around 924 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agonda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,801 1,801 2,000
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 396 184 212
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 3 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 371 178 193
Literate Population 2,932 1,479 1,453
Illiterate Population 869 322 547

Connectivity of Agonda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agonda. As per the 2011 stats, Agonda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Agonda

Knowing the nearby villages of Agonda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agonda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Agonda

Where is Agonda located?
Agonda village is situated in Canacona Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agonda?
Agonda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Agonda?
The pincode of Agonda is 403702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Agonda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agonda is 3,801, with 1,801 males and 2,000 females.
How many households are there in Agonda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Agonda village has a total of 924 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agonda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agonda is 77.14%. The male literacy rate is 82.12%, while the female literacy rate is 72.65%.