Agthala - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Agthala is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Deesa and around 59 km from Palanpur. Agthala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agthala is 508303. The village covers a total geographical area of 2016.25 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Agthala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agthala
As per Census 2011, Agthala village has a total population of 5,225 people, consisting of 2,752 males and 2,473 females. The village has 917 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 954 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,312 literate and 2,913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agthala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,225 | 2,752 | 2,473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 954 | 522 | 432 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,312 | 1,494 | 818 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,913 | 1,258 | 1,655 |
Nearby Villages of Agthala
Agthala 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 Agthala
Agthala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agthala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Agthala is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Agthala is about 59 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 Agthala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agthala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agthala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agthala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agthala
Where is Agthala located?
Agthala village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agthala?
Agthala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agthala?
The pincode of Agthala is 385535.
What is the population of Agthala?
Agthala has a total population of 5,225, including 2,752 males and 2,473 females.
How many households are there in Agthala?
There are 917 households in Agthala.
What is the literacy rate in Agthala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agthala is 44.25%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 33.08%.