Agai - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Agai is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Agai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agai is 157766. The village covers a total geographical area of 1555.49 hectares and falls under the 229410 pincode.
Agai 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 Rampur khas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agai
According to the 2011 Census, Agai village had a total population of 9,989 people, including 5,040 males and 4,949 females, living in 1,764 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.11%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 52.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,419.
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 | 9,989 | 5,040 | 4,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,473 | 756 | 717 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,419 | 1,228 | 1,191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,545 | 3,320 | 2,225 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,444 | 1,720 | 2,724 |
Nearby Villages of Agai
Agai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur Anantpur | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Lahureypur | South | 2.25 km |
| Rampur Kashiha | North | 2.63 km |
| Uchhapur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Nooruddinpur | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Madhukarpur | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Bewali | East | 3.09 km |
| Kamaluddinpur | West | 3.20 km |
| Chakodar | South | 3.23 km |
| Babhanpur | South | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agai
Agai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talakhajuri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Agai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agai
Where is Agai located?
Agai village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agai?
Agai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agai?
The pincode of Agai is 229410.
What is the population of Agai?
Agai had a total population of 9,989, including 5,040 males and 4,949 females.
How many households are there in Agai?
Agai had 1,764 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agai was 65.11%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 52.58%.