Agarsand - Chunar, Mirzapur
Agarsand is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Agarsand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarsand is 212560. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.42 hectares and falls under the 231305 pincode.
Agarsand 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agarsand
According to the 2011 Census, Agarsand village had a total population of 1,488 people, including 832 males and 656 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 90.03% and female literacy at 70.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 1,488 | 832 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 143 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 677 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 155 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Agarsand
Agarsand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Phauj | South | 1.07 km |
| Chak Bahelia | West | 1.33 km |
| Khirori Alias Asharphabad | East | 1.34 km |
| Chak Gaus | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Rupaidha | North | 1.35 km |
| Hamidpur Mu. Shahpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Barew | South | 1.80 km |
| Persia | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bangla | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Araji Brahma Chak | North-East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agarsand
Agarsand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Agarsand is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarsand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarsand 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 Agarsand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarsand 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Agarsand
Where is Agarsand located?
Agarsand village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agarsand?
Agarsand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agarsand?
The pincode of Agarsand is 231305.
What is the population of Agarsand?
Agarsand had a total population of 1,488, including 832 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Agarsand?
Agarsand had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agarsand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarsand was 81.17%. Male literacy was 90.03% and female literacy was 70.10%.