Agar Saigaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Agar Saigaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Vaijapur and around 60 km from Aurangabad. Agarsaigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar Saigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar Saigaon is 549126. The village covers a total geographical area of 610 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Agar Saigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agar Saigaon
As per Census 2011, Agar Saigaon village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 637 males and 613 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 769 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar Saigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 637 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 451 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 186 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Agar Saigaon
Agar Saigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tidhi | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Jambargaon | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Chinchadgaon | South | 3.44 km |
| Kanak Sagaj | East | 3.71 km |
| Shivrai | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Makarmatpur | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Takli Sagaj | East | 6.11 km |
| Ghaigaon | West | 6.15 km |
| Satana | South-West | 6.27 km |
| Sawandgaon | North | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agar Saigaon
Agar Saigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsoda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Agar Saigaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Agar Saigaon 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 Agar Saigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agar Saigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agar Saigaon
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 Saigaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Agar Saigaon
Where is Agar Saigaon located?
Agar Saigaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar Saigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar Saigaon is Agarsaigaon.
What is the pincode of Agar Saigaon?
The pincode of Agar Saigaon is 423701.
What is the population of Agar Saigaon?
Agar Saigaon has a total population of 1,250, including 637 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Agar Saigaon?
There are 225 households in Agar Saigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Agar Saigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar Saigaon is 61.52%. Male literacy is 70.80% and female literacy is 51.88%.