Agara (Randhikpur) - Singvad, Dahod
Agara (Randhikpur) is a village situated in the Singvad taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from Limkheda and around 65 km from Dohad. Agara (r) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agara (Randhikpur) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agara (Randhikpur) is 519249. The village covers a total geographical area of 490.68 hectares and falls under the 389130 pincode. Jhalod is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Agara (Randhikpur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limkheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agara (Randhikpur)
As per Census 2011, Agara (Randhikpur) village has a total population of 2,981 people, consisting of 1,466 males and 1,515 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 613 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 1,688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,952 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agara (Randhikpur) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,981 | 1,466 | 1,515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 311 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,952 | 1,452 | 1,500 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 724 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 742 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Agara (Randhikpur)
Agara (Randhikpur) 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 Agara (Randhikpur)
Agara (Randhikpur) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhalod to Agara (Randhikpur) is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Agara (Randhikpur) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agara (Randhikpur)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agara (Randhikpur) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agara (Randhikpur)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agara (Randhikpur) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agara (Randhikpur)
Where is Agara (Randhikpur) located?
Agara (Randhikpur) village is located in Singvad Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agara (Randhikpur)?
The Gram Panchayat of Agara (Randhikpur) is Agara (r).
What is the pincode of Agara (Randhikpur)?
The pincode of Agara (Randhikpur) is 389130.
What is the population of Agara (Randhikpur)?
Agara (Randhikpur) has a total population of 2,981, including 1,466 males and 1,515 females.
How many households are there in Agara (Randhikpur)?
There are 443 households in Agara (Randhikpur).
What is the literacy rate in Agara (Randhikpur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agara (Randhikpur) is 43.37%. Male literacy is 49.39% and female literacy is 37.56%.