Agaya - Mankapur, Gonda
Agaya is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Datauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaya is 175513. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.01 hectares and falls under the 271305 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Agaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mankapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agaya
According to the 2011 Census, Agaya village had a total population of 158 people, including 78 males and 80 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.92%, with male literacy at 39.34% and female literacy at 15.94%.
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 | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 54 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Agaya
Agaya 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
Agaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Agaya.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Agaya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Agaya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agaya
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 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agaya
Where is Agaya located?
Agaya village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Agaya is Datauli.
What is the pincode of Agaya?
The pincode of Agaya is 271305.
What is the population of Agaya?
Agaya had a total population of 158, including 78 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Agaya?
Agaya had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaya was 26.92%. Male literacy was 39.34% and female literacy was 15.94%.