Agren - Komna, Nuapada
Agren is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Agren village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agren is 421914. The village covers a total geographical area of 555 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Agren village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agren
As per Census 2011, Agren village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 477 males and 520 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agren are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 477 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 71 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 113 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 339 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 138 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Agren
Agren 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 Agren
Agren 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 5-10 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 Khariar Road to Agren is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Agren is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agren
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agren village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agren
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agren village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agren
Where is Agren located?
Agren village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agren?
Agren is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agren?
The pincode of Agren is 766106.
What is the population of Agren?
Agren has a total population of 997, including 477 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Agren?
There are 235 households in Agren.
What is the literacy rate in Agren?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agren is 53.06%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 36.54%.