Agasan - Bharmour, Chamba
Agasan is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Chamba. Siyunr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agasan is 008149. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.11 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Agasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agasan
According to the 2011 Census, Agasan village had a total population of 110 people, including 57 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.04%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 65.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 23 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Agasan
Agasan 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 Agasan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Agasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Agasan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agasan 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 Agasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agasan 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 Agasan
Where is Agasan located?
Agasan village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Agasan is Siyunr.
What is the pincode of Agasan?
The pincode of Agasan is 176309.
What is the population of Agasan?
Agasan had a total population of 110, including 57 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Agasan?
Agasan had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agasan was 68.04%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 65.31%.