Agara
Agara is a village located in Bangalore South taluka of Bangalore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Bangalore South (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bangalore. As per 2009 stats, Agara village is also a gram panchayat.
Agara has its own place in the vibrant Bangalore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Agara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agara is 613039. The village spans a total geographical area of 781.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 560062. Bbmp is nearest town to Agara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Agara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yeshvanthapura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bengaluru North Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Agara
Population of Agara
Below is a concise population overview of Agara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,758 | 4,070 | 3,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 889 | 482 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,023 | 1,039 | 984 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 5,226 | 2,966 | 2,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,532 | 1,104 | 1,428 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Agara village:
- The total population of Agara village is around 7,758, including approximately 4,070 males and 3,688 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 889 children aged 0–6 years in Agara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Agara village has 2,023 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Agara village is about 67.36%, with male literacy at 72.87% and female literacy at 61.28%.
- There are around 1,886 households in Agara village.
Connectivity of Agara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agara. As per the 2011 stats, Agara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agara
Knowing the nearby villages of Agara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agara
- Where is Agara located?
- Agara village is situated in Bangalore South Taluka, within the Bangalore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agara?
- Agara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Agara?
- The pincode of Agara is 560062, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agara is 7,758, with 4,070 males and 3,688 females.
- How many households are there in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agara village has a total of 1,886 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agara is 67.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.87%, while the female literacy rate is 61.28%.