Agar
Agar is a village located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Aagar is the gram panchayat of Agar village.
Here you can discover what makes Agar unique in its vibrant Shamgarh-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Agar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Agar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agar is 469461. The village spans a total geographical area of 1001.43 hectares. Shamgarh is nearest town to Agar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Agar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Agar
Population of Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Agar has a total population of about 1,310, with approximately 674 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.40%, with male literacy at about 69.88% and female literacy near 46.23%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,310 | 674 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 193 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 471 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 203 | 342 |
Connectivity of Agar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agar. As per the 2011 stats, Agar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Knowing the nearby villages of Agar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agar
- Where is Agar located?
- Agar village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Aagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agar is 1,310, with 674 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agar village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agar is 58.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.88%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.