Agauna - Harraiya, Basti
Agauna is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Mahua Dabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agauna is 179227. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.77 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Agauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Agauna
Agauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhepur | North-West | 0.59 km |
| Bishunpura | East | 0.62 km |
| Ama Bhuilapar | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Bhuila | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Bagdih Kuwar | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Jaitapur | South | 1.14 km |
| Baluwa | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Mahua Dabar | West | 1.33 km |
| Bagdhee Shukal | East | 1.55 km |
| Singhahi | South-East | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agauna
Agauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Agauna is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agauna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agauna 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 Agauna
Where is Agauna located?
Agauna village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Agauna is Mahua Dabar.
What is the pincode of Agauna?
The pincode of Agauna is 272001.