Agrakhurd - Udaynagar, Dewas
Agrakhurd is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Bagli and around 90 km from Dewas. Agrakhurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agrakhurd is 474035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1572.16 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Agrakhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agrakhurd
As per Census 2011, Agrakhurd village has a total population of 2,953 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,452 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 576 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 1,992 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,625 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agrakhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,953 | 1,501 | 1,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 576 | 276 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,625 | 1,336 | 1,289 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 607 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,992 | 894 | 1,098 |
Nearby Villages of Agrakhurd
Agrakhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agrabuzurg | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Mithupura | South | 2.05 km |
| Patpadi | West | 3.14 km |
| Pankua | East | 3.25 km |
| Ratatalai | East | 3.41 km |
| Dangadungi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Rampura | West | 3.54 km |
| Sewanpani | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Pipalpati | South | 4.44 km |
| Udainagar | North-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agrakhurd
Agrakhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukhtiar Balwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bagli to Agrakhurd is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Agrakhurd is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agrakhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agrakhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agrakhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agrakhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agrakhurd
Where is Agrakhurd located?
Agrakhurd village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agrakhurd?
Agrakhurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agrakhurd?
The pincode of Agrakhurd is 455227.
What is the population of Agrakhurd?
Agrakhurd has a total population of 2,953, including 1,501 males and 1,452 females.
How many households are there in Agrakhurd?
There are 539 households in Agrakhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Agrakhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agrakhurd is 32.54%. Male literacy is 40.44% and female literacy is 24.38%.