Agarwa - Thasra, Kheda
Agarwa is a village situated in the Thasra taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thasra and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Agarwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarwa is 517759. The village covers a total geographical area of 1107.17 hectares and falls under the 388230 pincode. Dakor is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Agarwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarwa
As per Census 2011, Agarwa village has a total population of 7,726 people, consisting of 4,017 males and 3,709 females. The village has 1,537 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,014 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,096 literate and 2,630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,726 | 4,017 | 3,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,014 | 537 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 173 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 5,096 | 3,031 | 2,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,630 | 986 | 1,644 |
Nearby Villages of Agarwa
Agarwa 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 Agarwa
Public transport in the Agarwa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Agarwa.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakor to Agarwa is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Agarwa is about 40 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 Agarwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agarwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agarwa
Where is Agarwa located?
Agarwa village is located in Thasra Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarwa?
Agarwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agarwa?
The pincode of Agarwa is 388230.
What is the population of Agarwa?
Agarwa has a total population of 7,726, including 4,017 males and 3,709 females.
How many households are there in Agarwa?
There are 1,537 households in Agarwa.
What is the literacy rate in Agarwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarwa is 65.96%. Male literacy is 75.45% and female literacy is 55.68%.