Agiria - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Agiria is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nandipada and around 113 km from Kendujhar. Samana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agiria is 387232. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 758022 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 104 km away.
Agiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agiria
According to the 2011 Census, Agiria village had a total population of 701 people, including 353 males and 348 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.98%, with male literacy at 92.60% and female literacy at 77.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354.
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 | 701 | 353 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 178 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 288 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 65 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Agiria
Agiria 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 Agiria
Public transport in the Agiria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agiria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kendujhar to Agiria is about 104 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Agiria is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agiria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agiria
Where is Agiria located?
Agiria village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Agiria is Samana.
What is the pincode of Agiria?
The pincode of Agiria is 758022.
What is the population of Agiria?
Agiria had a total population of 701, including 353 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Agiria?
Agiria had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agiria was 84.98%. Male literacy was 92.60% and female literacy was 77.46%.