Agar - Biaora, Rajgarh
Agar is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. Agar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 479787. The village covers a total geographical area of 1324.79 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agar
As per Census 2011, Agar village has a total population of 3,687 people, consisting of 1,885 males and 1,802 females. The village has 771 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 2,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 687 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,918 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,687 | 1,885 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 379 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 687 | 337 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,918 | 994 | 924 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 930 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,082 | 955 | 1,127 |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Agar 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 Agar
Agar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Agar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Agar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
Agar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 465669.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar has a total population of 3,687, including 1,885 males and 1,802 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
There are 771 households in Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar is 43.53%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 37.46%.