Agrahara - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Agrahara is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Shivapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agrahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agrahara is 605730. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.13 hectares and falls under the 577531 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Agrahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agrahara
According to the 2011 Census, Agrahara village had a total population of 374 people, including 197 males and 177 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.31%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 83.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 374 | 197 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 172 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Agrahara
Agrahara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Agrahara
Public transport in the Agrahara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Agrahara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Agrahara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Agrahara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agrahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agrahara 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 Agrahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agrahara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agrahara
Where is Agrahara located?
Agrahara village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agrahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Agrahara is Shivapura.
What is the pincode of Agrahara?
The pincode of Agrahara is 577531.
What is the population of Agrahara?
Agrahara had a total population of 374, including 197 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Agrahara?
Agrahara had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agrahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agrahara was 89.31%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 83.54%.