Agoia - Jarmundi, Dumka
Agoia is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bohrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agoia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agoia is 370119. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.9 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Agoia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Agoia
According to the 2011 Census, Agoia village had a total population of 166 people, including 91 males and 75 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.99%, with male literacy at 64.47% and female literacy at 37.93%.
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 | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 49 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Agoia
Agoia 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 Agoia
Public transport in the Agoia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agoia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Agoia is about 39 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 Agoia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agoia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Agoia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agoia 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 Agoia
Where is Agoia located?
Agoia village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agoia?
The Gram Panchayat of Agoia is Bohrabad.
What is the pincode of Agoia?
The pincode of Agoia is 814145.
What is the population of Agoia?
Agoia had a total population of 166, including 91 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Agoia?
Agoia had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agoia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agoia was 52.99%. Male literacy was 64.47% and female literacy was 37.93%.