Agarda - Bhograi, Balasore
Agarda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Kamarda and around 77 km from Baleshwar. Gunsartha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarda is 391938. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Agarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarda
As per Census 2011, Agarda village has a total population of 1,372 people, consisting of 718 males and 654 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,372 | 718 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 97 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 595 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 123 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Agarda
Agarda 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 Agarda
Agarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jaleswar to Agarda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Agarda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agarda
Where is Agarda located?
Agarda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarda is Gunsartha.
What is the pincode of Agarda?
The pincode of Agarda is 756035.
What is the population of Agarda?
Agarda has a total population of 1,372, including 718 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Agarda?
There are 309 households in Agarda.
What is the literacy rate in Agarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarda is 77.55%. Male literacy is 82.87% and female literacy is 71.71%.