Agriwala - Nahan, Sirmaur
Agriwala is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mattar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agriwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agriwala is 023238. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Agriwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agriwala
According to the 2011 Census, Agriwala village had a total population of 144 people, including 74 males and 70 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.18%, with male literacy at 83.10% and female literacy at 59.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 59 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Agriwala
Agriwala 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 Agriwala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Agriwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Agriwala is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agriwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agriwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agriwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agriwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agriwala
Where is Agriwala located?
Agriwala village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agriwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Agriwala is Mattar.
What is the pincode of Agriwala?
The pincode of Agriwala is 173001.
What is the population of Agriwala?
Agriwala had a total population of 144, including 74 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Agriwala?
Agriwala had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agriwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agriwala was 72.18%. Male literacy was 83.10% and female literacy was 59.68%.