Agron - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Agron is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharli Agro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agron village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agron is 023365. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Agron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agron
As per Census 2011, Agron village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 190 males and 198 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 190 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 132 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 58 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Agron
Agron 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 Agron
Agron is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Agron is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agron
Where is Agron located?
Agron village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agron?
The Gram Panchayat of Agron is Bharli Agro.
What is the pincode of Agron?
The pincode of Agron is 173025.
What is the population of Agron?
Agron has a total population of 388, including 190 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Agron?
There are 63 households in Agron.
What is the literacy rate in Agron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agron is 58.25%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 47.47%.