Agarkhed - Indi, Vijayapura
Agarkhed is a village situated in the Indi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from Indi and around 72 km from Bijapur. Agarakhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarkhed is 599248. The village covers a total geographical area of 4171.89 hectares and falls under the 586111 pincode. Indi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Agarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarkhed
As per Census 2011, Agarkhed village has a total population of 6,978 people, consisting of 3,621 males and 3,357 females. The village has 1,318 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,061 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,502 literate and 3,476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,978 | 3,621 | 3,357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,061 | 546 | 515 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 295 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 3,502 | 2,126 | 1,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,476 | 1,495 | 1,981 |
Nearby Villages of Agarkhed
Agarkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mannur | East | 4.80 km |
| Shiragur Inam (old) | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Gubbewad | North | 4.91 km |
| Alur | South-West | 6.49 km |
| Padanur | West | 6.78 km |
| Lachyan | West | 7.16 km |
| Hirebevanur | South | 7.24 km |
| Hilli | North-East | 7.46 km |
| Mannur | East | 7.84 km |
| Mhaisalage | North | 8.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agarkhed
Agarkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padnur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Indi to Agarkhed is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Agarkhed is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agarkhed
Where is Agarkhed located?
Agarkhed village is located in Indi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarkhed is Agarakhed.
What is the pincode of Agarkhed?
The pincode of Agarkhed is 586111.
What is the population of Agarkhed?
Agarkhed has a total population of 6,978, including 3,621 males and 3,357 females.
How many households are there in Agarkhed?
There are 1,318 households in Agarkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Agarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarkhed is 50.19%. Male literacy is 58.71% and female literacy is 40.99%.