Agaya - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Agaya is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Baragadawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaya is 176452. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.4 hectares and falls under the 272206 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Agaya 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 Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agaya
According to the 2011 Census, Agaya village had a total population of 328 people, including 182 males and 146 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.60%, with male literacy at 68.57% and female literacy at 34.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 328 | 182 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 96 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 86 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Agaya
Agaya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Agaya
Agaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agaya.
| 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 Siddharthnagar to Agaya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaya 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 Agaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agaya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agaya
Where is Agaya located?
Agaya village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Agaya is Baragadawa.
What is the pincode of Agaya?
The pincode of Agaya is 272206.
What is the population of Agaya?
Agaya had a total population of 328, including 182 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Agaya?
Agaya had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaya was 53.60%. Male literacy was 68.57% and female literacy was 34.55%.