Agous - Tirwa, Kannauj
Agous is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Agous village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agous is 147288. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.04 hectares and falls under the 209723 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Agous 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 Tirwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agous
According to the 2011 Census, Agous village had a total population of 6,241 people, including 3,307 males and 2,934 females, living in 1,048 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 63.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 961.
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 | 6,241 | 3,307 | 2,934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 959 | 498 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 530 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,927 | 2,360 | 1,567 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,314 | 947 | 1,367 |
Nearby Villages of Agous
Agous 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikapur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Angadpur | East | 2.02 km |
| Parsaramau | East | 2.45 km |
| Diyora | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Disarapur | South | 2.86 km |
| Belamau Saraiya | North | 2.87 km |
| Nanhepur | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Udham Pur | West | 3.37 km |
| Kanouli | East | 3.61 km |
| Balanpur | South-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agous
Agous is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khudlapur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kannauj to Agous is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Agous is about 23 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 Agous
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agous village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agous
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agous 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agous
Where is Agous located?
Agous village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agous?
Agous is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agous?
The pincode of Agous is 209723.
What is the population of Agous?
Agous had a total population of 6,241, including 3,307 males and 2,934 females.
How many households are there in Agous?
Agous had 1,048 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agous?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agous was 74.35%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 63.36%.