Agave

Agave is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Agave village is also a gram panchayat.

Agave has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Agave

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agave is 565892. The village spans a total geographical area of 965.27 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Agave village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Agave village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Agave

Below is a concise population overview of Agave as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,017 453 564
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 46 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 42 66
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 693 351 342
Illiterate Population 324 102 222

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Agave village:

  • The total population of Agave village is around 1,017, including approximately 453 males and 564 females, with a sex ratio of 1245 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Agave village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Agave village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Agave village is about 68.14%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 60.64%.
  • There are around 235 households in Agave village.

Connectivity of Agave

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agave. As per the 2011 stats, Agave 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Agave

Knowing the nearby villages of Agave helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agave.

Frequently Asked Questions about Agave

Where is Agave located?
Agave village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agave?
Agave serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Agave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agave is 1,017, with 453 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Agave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Agave village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agave as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agave is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 77.48%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.