Agarwada - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Agarwada is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Lunawada and around 60 km from Godhra. Agarwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarwada is 518327. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.58 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Agarwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarwada
As per Census 2011, Agarwada village has a total population of 2,466 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,177 females. The village has 501 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,466 | 1,289 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 176 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 173 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 85 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 949 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 340 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Agarwada
Agarwada 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 Agarwada
Agarwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lunawada to Agarwada is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Agarwada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agarwada
Where is Agarwada located?
Agarwada village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarwada?
Agarwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agarwada?
The pincode of Agarwada is 388270.
What is the population of Agarwada?
Agarwada has a total population of 2,466, including 1,289 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Agarwada?
There are 501 households in Agarwada.
What is the literacy rate in Agarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarwada is 62.53%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 50.38%.