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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Agous village has a total population of 6,241 people, consisting of 3,307 males and 2,934 females. The village has 1,048 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 959 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,927 literate and 2,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agous are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,241, including 3,307 males and 2,934 females.
How many households are there in Agous?
There are 1,048 households in Agous.
What is the literacy rate in Agous?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agous is 62.92%. Male literacy is 71.36% and female literacy is 53.41%.