Agarota - Joura, Morena
Agarota is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Agarota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarota is 452348. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Agarota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarota
As per Census 2011, Agarota village has a total population of 2,341 people, consisting of 1,244 males and 1,097 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,219 literate and 1,122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,341 | 1,244 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 247 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 816 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 428 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Agarota
Agarota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narholi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Manpur Balla | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Gaipri | North | 2.63 km |
| Sankra | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Sikroda | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Budhhera | West | 2.97 km |
| Ghador | South | 3.04 km |
| Kaimara | North | 3.55 km |
| Nimas | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Makunda | West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agarota
Agarota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikroda, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Agarota is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Agarota is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agarota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agarota
Where is Agarota located?
Agarota village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarota?
Agarota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agarota?
The pincode of Agarota is 476221.
What is the population of Agarota?
Agarota has a total population of 2,341, including 1,244 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Agarota?
There are 394 households in Agarota.
What is the literacy rate in Agarota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarota is 52.07%. Male literacy is 65.59% and female literacy is 36.74%.