Agra - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Agra is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Agra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agra is 455951. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.58 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Agra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agra
As per Census 2011, Agra village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 464 males and 430 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 464 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 154 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 197 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 267 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Agra
Agra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghudhala | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Gudhal | North | 1.50 km |
| Salon | South | 1.74 km |
| Rejha Dang | East | 1.83 km |
| Pipariya Kheda | West | 2.77 km |
| Jhiri | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Kunwarpur | West | 3.39 km |
| Shyampur | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Ber Khedi | South | 3.87 km |
| Bijrawan | North-East | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agra
Agra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badarwas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.9 km.
| 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 Badarwas to Agra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Agra is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agra 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 Agra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agra 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 Agra
Where is Agra located?
Agra village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agra?
Agra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agra?
The pincode of Agra is 473885.
What is the population of Agra?
Agra has a total population of 894, including 464 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Agra?
There are 186 households in Agra.
What is the literacy rate in Agra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agra is 32.44%. Male literacy is 42.46% and female literacy is 21.63%.