Agas - Petlad, Anand
Agas is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Agas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agas is 516975. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.69 hectares and falls under the 388130 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Agas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Petlad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agas
According to the 2011 Census, Agas village had a total population of 2,818 people, including 1,472 males and 1,346 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.86%, with male literacy at 92.88% and female literacy at 82.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,818 | 1,472 | 1,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 180 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,163 | 1,200 | 963 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 272 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Agas
Agas 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 Agas
Agas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Agas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Agas is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Agas is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agas
Where is Agas located?
Agas village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agas?
Agas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agas?
The pincode of Agas is 388130.
What is the population of Agas?
Agas had a total population of 2,818, including 1,472 males and 1,346 females.
How many households are there in Agas?
Agas had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agas was 87.86%. Male literacy was 92.88% and female literacy was 82.31%.