Agargaon (Lanja) - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Agargaon (Lanja) is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Kot serves as the Village Panchayat for Agargaon (Lanja) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agargaon (Lanja) is 565920. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.29 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Agargaon (Lanja) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agargaon (Lanja)
According to the 2011 Census, Agargaon (Lanja) village had a total population of 676 people, including 317 males and 359 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.90%, with male literacy at 96.56% and female literacy at 78.51%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 317 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 281 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 36 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Agargaon (Lanja)
Agargaon (Lanja) 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 Agargaon (Lanja)
Agargaon (Lanja) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agargaon (Lanja).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ratnagiri to Agargaon (Lanja) is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agargaon (Lanja)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agargaon (Lanja) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agargaon (Lanja)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agargaon (Lanja) 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 Agargaon (Lanja)
Where is Agargaon (Lanja) located?
Agargaon (Lanja) village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Agargaon (Lanja)?
The Village Panchayat of Agargaon (Lanja) is Kot.
What is the pincode of Agargaon (Lanja)?
The pincode of Agargaon (Lanja) is 416712.
What is the population of Agargaon (Lanja)?
Agargaon (Lanja) had a total population of 676, including 317 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Agargaon (Lanja)?
Agargaon (Lanja) had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agargaon (Lanja)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agargaon (Lanja) was 86.90%. Male literacy was 96.56% and female literacy was 78.51%.