Agar
Agar is a village located in Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Shirol (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Agar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Agar unique in its vibrant Shirol-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Agar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Agar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agar is 567331. The village spans a total geographical area of 419 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416120. Jaysingpur is nearest town to Agar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Agar
Population of Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Agar has a total population of about 5,412, with approximately 2,770 males and 2,642 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 571 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 455 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.37%, with male literacy at about 82.13% and female literacy near 72.37%. There are around 1,145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,412 | 2,770 | 2,642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 300 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 225 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 112 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 4,187 | 2,275 | 1,912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 495 | 730 |
Connectivity of Agar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agar. As per the 2011 stats, Agar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Knowing the nearby villages of Agar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agar
- Where is Agar located?
- Agar village is situated in Shirol Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
- Agar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Agar?
- The pincode of Agar is 416120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agar is 5,412, with 2,770 males and 2,642 females.
- How many households are there in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agar village has a total of 1,145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agar is 77.37%. The male literacy rate is 82.13%, while the female literacy rate is 72.37%.