Agar - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Agar is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Aagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 469461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1001.43 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agar
As per Census 2011, Agar village has a total population of 1,310 people, consisting of 674 males and 636 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Agar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatai | North | 2.49 km |
| Kherkhedi | West | 2.62 km |
| Barkheda Nayak | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Bhundiya | East | 3.06 km |
| Salri | South | 3.22 km |
| Baghuniya | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Ralayati | North | 4.95 km |
| Ramkhedi | East | 5.03 km |
| Lasudiya | North | 5.07 km |
| Chandwasa | South-West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agar
Public transport in the Agar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 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 Shamgarh to Agar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Agar is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Aagar.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 458883.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar has a total population of 1,310, including 674 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
There are 258 households in Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar is 58.40%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 46.23%.