Aghar
Aghar is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Aghar village. As per 2009 stats, Aghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Aghar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Aghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aghar is 008469. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176051. Nurpur is nearest town to Aghar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Aghar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Aghar
Population of Aghar
Below is a concise population overview of Aghar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 191 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 250 | 138 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 53 | 56 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Aghar village:
- The total population of Aghar village is around 359, including approximately 191 males and 168 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Aghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Aghar village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Aghar village is about 69.64%, with male literacy at 72.25% and female literacy at 66.67%.
- There are around 69 households in Aghar village.
Connectivity of Aghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aghar. As per the 2011 stats, Aghar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Aghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aghar
- Where is Aghar located?
- Aghar village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aghar?
- Aghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aghar?
- The pincode of Aghar is 176051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aghar is 359, with 191 males and 168 females.
- How many households are there in Aghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aghar village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aghar is 69.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.25%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.