Agwar - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Agwar is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Chhithi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agwar is 177528. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.09 hectares and falls under the 272153 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Agwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Agwar
Agwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahokhawa | North-West | 0.44 km |
| Chhithi | East | 0.84 km |
| Tikuia | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Barnia Khurd | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Ausara | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Majharia Kalan | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Parsauna | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Masaichi | West | 1.53 km |
| Puranjot | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Shukul Purwa | South-East | 1.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agwar
Agwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Orwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Agwar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Agwar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agwar
Where is Agwar located?
Agwar village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agwar is Chhithi.
What is the pincode of Agwar?
The pincode of Agwar is 272153.