Agrawa - Chitalwana, Jalore
Agrawa is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Sanchore and around 184 km from Jalor. Sensawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agrawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agrawa is 089500. The village covers a total geographical area of 2510.45 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Agrawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agrawa
As per Census 2011, Agrawa village has a total population of 2,524 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,199 females. The village has 467 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 1,458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,058 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agrawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,524 | 1,325 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 293 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,058 | 569 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 696 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,458 | 629 | 829 |
Nearby Villages of Agrawa
Agrawa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chain Nagar | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Hali Bao | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Lalpura | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Shivpura | South | 4.63 km |
| Chimra | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Isharwal Goliya | West | 4.85 km |
| Hanuwantpura | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Siloosan | South-East | 6.91 km |
| Veerawa | North-East | 7.40 km |
| Aaleti | North | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agrawa
Public transport in the Agrawa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 171.7 km.
| 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 Sanchore to Agrawa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Agrawa is about 184 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agrawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agrawa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Agrawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agrawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agrawa
Where is Agrawa located?
Agrawa village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agrawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Agrawa is Sensawa.
What is the pincode of Agrawa?
The pincode of Agrawa is 343041.
What is the population of Agrawa?
Agrawa has a total population of 2,524, including 1,325 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Agrawa?
There are 467 households in Agrawa.
What is the literacy rate in Agrawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agrawa is 42.23%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 30.86%.