Agara
Agara is a village located in Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Yelandur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Chamarajanagar. As per 2009 stats, Agara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Agara unique in its vibrant Yelandur-Chamarajanagar region. You’ll see Agara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Agara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agara is 619789. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571442. Kollegal is nearest town to Agara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Agara
Population of Agara
According to the 2011 Census, Agara has a total population of about 2,866, with approximately 1,413 males and 1,453 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,655. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.54%, with male literacy at about 68.65% and female literacy near 52.65%. There are around 697 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,866 | 1,413 | 1,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 213 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,655 | 808 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 970 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 443 | 688 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Yelandur Taluka, within the Chamarajanagar 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 571442, 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 2,866, with 1,413 males and 1,453 females.
- How many households are there in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agara village has a total of 697 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agara is 60.54%. The male literacy rate is 68.65%, while the female literacy rate is 52.65%.