Pagara - Biaora, Rajgarh
Pagara is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Pagara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagara is 479720. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.22 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pagara
According to the 2011 Census, Pagara village had a total population of 834 people, including 417 males and 417 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.91%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 42.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 417 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 62 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 268 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 149 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Pagara
Pagara 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 Pagara
Pagara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Pagara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Pagara is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pagara
Where is Pagara located?
Pagara village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pagara?
Pagara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pagara?
The pincode of Pagara is 465674.
What is the population of Pagara?
Pagara had a total population of 834, including 417 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Pagara?
Pagara had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagara was 58.91%. Male literacy was 75.49% and female literacy was 42.46%.