Agarasasan Village - Nimapada, Puri
Agarasasan is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Tulasipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarasasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarasasan is 408998. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Agarasasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarasasan
As per Census 2011, Agarasasan village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 298 males and 272 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agarasasan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 298 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 255 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 43 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Agarasasan
Agarasasan 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 Agarasasan
Agarasasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Agarasasan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Agarasasan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarasasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarasasan 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Agarasasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarasasan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agarasasan
Where is Agarasasan located?
Agarasasan village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarasasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarasasan is Tulasipur.
What is the pincode of Agarasasan?
The pincode of Agarasasan is 752106.
What is the population of Agarasasan?
Agarasasan has a total population of 570, including 298 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Agarasasan?
There are 164 households in Agarasasan.
What is the literacy rate in Agarasasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarasasan is 77.54%. Male literacy is 85.57% and female literacy is 68.75%.