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
According to the 2011 Census, Agron village had a total population of 388 people, including 190 males and 198 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.86%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 53.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 388 | 190 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 388, including 190 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Agron?
Agron had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agron was 66.86%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 53.41%.