Agasal - Sirsi, Uttara Kannada
Agasal is a village situated in the Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirsi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Bhairumbe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agasal is 603133. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.8 hectares and falls under the 581402 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Agasal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agasal
As per Census 2011, Agasal village has a total population of 907 people, consisting of 449 males and 458 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 700 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agasal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 907 | 449 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 700 | 366 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 83 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Agasal
Agasal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andolli | South | 2.59 km |
| Sonda | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Bhairumbe | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Harehulekal | West | 3.69 km |
| Hulgol | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Golikoppa | East | 4.47 km |
| Dasangadde | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Arasapur | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Itaguli | South | 4.73 km |
| Devarkoppa | South | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agasal
Agasal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gokarna Road, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 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 Sirsi to Agasal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Agasal is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agasal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agasal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agasal
Where is Agasal located?
Agasal village is located in Sirsi Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Agasal is Bhairumbe.
What is the pincode of Agasal?
The pincode of Agasal is 581402.
What is the population of Agasal?
Agasal has a total population of 907, including 449 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Agasal?
There are 190 households in Agasal.
What is the literacy rate in Agasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agasal is 77.18%. Male literacy is 81.51% and female literacy is 72.93%.