Agaya Bujurg - Harraiya, Basti
Agaya Bujurg is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Jalalabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agaya Bujurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaya Bujurg is 179201. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.98 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Agaya Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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.
Population of Agaya Bujurg
According to the 2011 Census, Agaya Bujurg village had a total population of 595 people, including 303 males and 292 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.68%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 595 | 303 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 136 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 199 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 104 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Agaya Bujurg
Agaya Bujurg 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 Agaya Bujurg
Agaya Bujurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Agaya Bujurg.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Agaya Bujurg is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Agaya Bujurg is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agaya Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaya Bujurg 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 Agaya Bujurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agaya Bujurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agaya Bujurg
Where is Agaya Bujurg located?
Agaya Bujurg village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agaya Bujurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Agaya Bujurg is Jalalabad.
What is the pincode of Agaya Bujurg?
The pincode of Agaya Bujurg is 272001.
What is the population of Agaya Bujurg?
Agaya Bujurg had a total population of 595, including 303 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Agaya Bujurg?
Agaya Bujurg had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agaya Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaya Bujurg was 68.68%. Male literacy was 75.38% and female literacy was 61.60%.