Agara
Agara is a village located in Malur taluka of Kolar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Malur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kolar. As per 2009 stats, Kondasettihalli is the gram panchayat of Agara village.
Agara has its own place in the vibrant Kolar 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 622396. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 563137. Malur is nearest town to Agara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km 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 Malur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolar 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 | 1,028 | 520 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 122 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 313 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 207 | 280 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Agara village:
- The total population of Agara village is around 1,028, including approximately 520 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Agara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Agara village has 248 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Agara village is about 52.63%, with male literacy at 60.19% and female literacy at 44.88%.
- There are around 231 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 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 Malur Taluka, within the Kolar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Agara is Kondasettihalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Agara?
- The pincode of Agara is 563137, 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 1,028, with 520 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agara village has a total of 231 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agara is 52.63%. The male literacy rate is 60.19%, while the female literacy rate is 44.88%.