Agariya Kalan - Gairatganj, Raisen
Agariya Kalan is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Agariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agariya Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agariya Kalan is 483945. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072.92 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Agariya Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agariya Kalan
As per Census 2011, Agariya Kalan village has a total population of 1,213 people, consisting of 643 males and 570 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agariya Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 643 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 466 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 177 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Agariya Kalan
Agariya Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uradmau | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Hatnapur | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Jaitpur | East | 3.06 km |
| Deorigarhi | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Belnagarhi | West | 3.15 km |
| Bhanpurgarhi | South | 4.05 km |
| Jamuniya Brajbhan | East | 4.18 km |
| Khidki | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Gundrai | South | 4.45 km |
| Jodhpur | North | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agariya Kalan
Agariya Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sumer, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairatganj to Agariya Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Agariya Kalan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agariya Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agariya Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agariya Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Agariya Kalan
Where is Agariya Kalan located?
Agariya Kalan village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agariya Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Agariya Kalan is Agariya.
What is the pincode of Agariya Kalan?
The pincode of Agariya Kalan is 464884.
What is the population of Agariya Kalan?
Agariya Kalan has a total population of 1,213, including 643 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Agariya Kalan?
There are 285 households in Agariya Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Agariya Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agariya Kalan is 65.54%. Male literacy is 72.47% and female literacy is 57.72%.