Agathuru - Saraguru, Mysuru
Agathuru is a village situated in the Saraguru taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Heggadadevankote and around 64 km from Mysore. Sagare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agathuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agathuru is 619075. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 571121 pincode. Saragur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Agathuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agathuru
As per Census 2011, Agathuru village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,025 males and 1,075 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,738 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agathuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,025 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 110 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,738 | 840 | 898 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 624 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 401 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Agathuru
Agathuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Bidarahalli | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Sagare | South | 2.37 km |
| Magudilu | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Nerale | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Bidagalu | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Kittur | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Jeeyara | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Nanjanathapura | South | 4.65 km |
| Nilavagilu | North | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agathuru
Public transport in the Agathuru is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nanjangud Town, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saragur to Agathuru is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Agathuru is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agathuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agathuru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agathuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agathuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agathuru
Where is Agathuru located?
Agathuru village is located in Saraguru Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agathuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Agathuru is Sagare.
What is the pincode of Agathuru?
The pincode of Agathuru is 571121.
What is the population of Agathuru?
Agathuru has a total population of 2,100, including 1,025 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Agathuru?
There are 503 households in Agathuru.
What is the literacy rate in Agathuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agathuru is 52.00%. Male literacy is 60.88% and female literacy is 43.53%.