Agar - Tilakwada, Narmada
Agar is a village situated in the Tilakwada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilakwada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Agar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 521278. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.02 hectares and falls under the 391120 pincode. Dabhoi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agar
As per Census 2011, Agar village has a total population of 1,938 people, consisting of 962 males and 976 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,353 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 962 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 129 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,421 | 709 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 733 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 229 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Agar 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 Agar
Public transport in the Agar 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 Dabhoi to Agar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Agar is about 25 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 Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Tilakwada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
Agar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 391120.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar has a total population of 1,938, including 962 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
There are 363 households in Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar is 69.81%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 63.52%.