Agsia - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Agsia is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. Dewaltand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agsia is 378944. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode.
Agsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agsia
According to the 2011 Census, Agsia village had a total population of 882 people, including 446 males and 436 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.65%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 49.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 882 | 446 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 134 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 112 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 297 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 149 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Agsia
Agsia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamundih | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Serengdih | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Naro | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Dewaltand | West | 2.42 km |
| Nawadih | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Basahatu | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Nadisai | East | 2.65 km |
| Baruna | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Burudih | North | 2.73 km |
| Jiling Adar | West | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agsia
Public transport in the Agsia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tiraldih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Agsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agsia 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 Agsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agsia 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 Agsia
Where is Agsia located?
Agsia village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Agsia is Dewaltand.
What is the pincode of Agsia?
The pincode of Agsia is 833216.
What is the population of Agsia?
Agsia had a total population of 882, including 446 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Agsia?
Agsia had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agsia was 64.65%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 49.60%.