Agara - Yelandur, Chamarajanagar
Agara is a village situated in the Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelandur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Agara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agara is 619789. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.25 hectares and falls under the 571442 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Agara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kollegal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agara
As per Census 2011, Agara village has a total population of 2,866 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,453 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,735 literate and 1,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Agara
Agara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinakahalli | West | 1.66 km |
| Shivakahalli | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Bannisarige | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Mamballi | North | 2.21 km |
| Alkereagrahara | South | 3.03 km |
| A.devarahalli | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Katnavadi | West | 3.66 km |
| Kunagalli | East | 3.98 km |
| Uttamballi | North | 4.31 km |
| Malarpalya | South | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agara
Agara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kollegal to Agara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Agara is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agara
Where is Agara located?
Agara village is located in Yelandur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agara?
Agara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agara?
The pincode of Agara is 571442.
What is the population of Agara?
Agara has a total population of 2,866, including 1,413 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Agara?
There are 697 households in Agara.
What is the literacy rate in Agara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agara is 60.54%. Male literacy is 68.65% and female literacy is 52.65%.