Agarwara - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Agarwara is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bafalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarwara is 476701. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.4 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Agarwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarwara
As per Census 2011, Agarwara village has a total population of 1,043 people, consisting of 538 males and 505 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 538 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 97 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 386 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 152 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Agarwara
Agarwara 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 Agarwara
Agarwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agarwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Agarwara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Agarwara is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarwara 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 Agarwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarwara 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 Agarwara
Where is Agarwara located?
Agarwara village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarwara is Bafalgaon.
What is the pincode of Agarwara?
The pincode of Agarwara is 451115.
What is the population of Agarwara?
Agarwara has a total population of 1,043, including 538 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Agarwara?
There are 216 households in Agarwara.
What is the literacy rate in Agarwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarwara is 60.50%. Male literacy is 71.75% and female literacy is 48.51%.