Agasi - Chikhli, Navsari
Agasi is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Agasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agasi is 523102. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.21 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Agasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agasi
As per Census 2011, Agasi village has a total population of 1,713 people, consisting of 877 males and 836 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,713 | 877 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 83 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,433 | 720 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 670 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 207 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Agasi
Agasi 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 Agasi
Public transport in the Agasi 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 Chikhli to Agasi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Agasi is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agasi 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 Agasi
Where is Agasi located?
Agasi village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agasi?
Agasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agasi?
The pincode of Agasi is 396060.
What is the population of Agasi?
Agasi has a total population of 1,713, including 877 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Agasi?
There are 388 households in Agasi.
What is the literacy rate in Agasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agasi is 71.86%. Male literacy is 76.40% and female literacy is 67.11%.