Agara - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Agara is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Agara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agara is 456169. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.6 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Agara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agara
As per Census 2011, Agara village has a total population of 1,620 people, consisting of 830 males and 790 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,620 | 830 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 170 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 484 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 866 | 346 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Agara
Agara 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 Agara
Agara 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Agara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Agara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Agara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agara 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 Agara
Where is Agara located?
Agara village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agara?
Agara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agara?
The pincode of Agara is 473995.
What is the population of Agara?
Agara has a total population of 1,620, including 830 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Agara?
There are 358 households in Agara.
What is the literacy rate in Agara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agara is 46.54%. Male literacy is 58.31% and female literacy is 34.18%.