Aguia - Jama, Dumka
Aguia is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Asansol Kurua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aguia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aguia is 371623. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Aguia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aguia
According to the 2011 Census, Aguia village had a total population of 329 people, including 178 males and 151 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.04%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 42.74%.
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 | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 112 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 66 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Aguia
Aguia 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 Aguia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Aguia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Aguia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Aguia is about 33 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 Aguia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aguia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aguia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aguia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Aguia
Where is Aguia located?
Aguia village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aguia?
The Gram Panchayat of Aguia is Asansol Kurua.
What is the pincode of Aguia?
The pincode of Aguia is 814110.
What is the population of Aguia?
Aguia had a total population of 329, including 178 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Aguia?
Aguia had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aguia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aguia was 63.04%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 42.74%.