Agariya - Sihora, Jabalpur
Agariya is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Agariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agariya is 489133. The village covers a total geographical area of 571.59 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Agariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agariya
As per Census 2011, Agariya village has a total population of 3,311 people, consisting of 1,715 males and 1,596 females. The village has 804 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,857 literate and 1,454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 773 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,311 | 1,715 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 265 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 151 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 402 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 1,857 | 1,105 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,454 | 610 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Agariya
Agariya 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 Agariya
Agariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Agariya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Agariya is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agariya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agariya
Where is Agariya located?
Agariya village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agariya?
Agariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agariya?
The pincode of Agariya is 483334.
What is the population of Agariya?
Agariya has a total population of 3,311, including 1,715 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Agariya?
There are 804 households in Agariya.
What is the literacy rate in Agariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agariya is 56.09%. Male literacy is 64.43% and female literacy is 47.12%.