Agroo - Devsar, Kulgam
Agroo is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devsar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kulgam. Bozgam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Agroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agroo is 004049. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.6 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Agroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agroo
According to the 2011 Census, Agroo village had a total population of 1,105 people, including 544 males and 561 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.85%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 53.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,105 | 544 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 351 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 193 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Agroo
Agroo 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 Agroo
Agroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agroo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Agroo is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Agroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Agroo
Where is Agroo located?
Agroo village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Agroo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Agroo is Bozgam.
What is the pincode of Agroo?
The pincode of Agroo is 192231.
What is the population of Agroo?
Agroo had a total population of 1,105, including 544 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Agroo?
Agroo had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agroo was 66.85%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 53.91%.