Agardanda - Murud, Raigad
Agardanda is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Murud and around 60 km from Alibag. Agardanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agardanda is 554271. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.01 hectares and falls under the 402401 pincode. Murud is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Agardanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agardanda
As per Census 2011, Agardanda village has a total population of 661 people, consisting of 299 males and 362 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 130 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agardanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 299 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 242 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 57 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Agardanda
Agardanda 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 Agardanda
Agardanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murud to Agardanda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Agardanda 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 Agardanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agardanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agardanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agardanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Agardanda
Where is Agardanda located?
Agardanda village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agardanda?
Agardanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agardanda?
The pincode of Agardanda is 402401.
What is the population of Agardanda?
Agardanda has a total population of 661, including 299 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Agardanda?
There are 147 households in Agardanda.
What is the literacy rate in Agardanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agardanda is 80.33%. Male literacy is 80.94% and female literacy is 79.83%.