Agiya - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Agiya is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Agiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agiya is 509834. The village covers a total geographical area of 1978.12 hectares and falls under the 383270 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Agiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agiya
As per Census 2011, Agiya village has a total population of 6,102 people, consisting of 3,129 males and 2,973 females. The village has 1,114 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,535 literate and 2,567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,916 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,102 | 3,129 | 2,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,135 | 589 | 546 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,916 | 2,006 | 1,910 |
| Literate Population | 3,535 | 2,130 | 1,405 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,567 | 999 | 1,568 |
Nearby Villages of Agiya
Agiya 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 Agiya
Agiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Agiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Agiya is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agiya 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 Agiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agiya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agiya
Where is Agiya located?
Agiya village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agiya?
Agiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agiya?
The pincode of Agiya is 383270.
What is the population of Agiya?
Agiya has a total population of 6,102, including 3,129 males and 2,973 females.
How many households are there in Agiya?
There are 1,114 households in Agiya.
What is the literacy rate in Agiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agiya is 57.93%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 47.26%.