Agar - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Agar is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gardsiyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 052019. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.78 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agar
As per Census 2011, Agar village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 45 males and 57 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Agar 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 Agar
Agar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Agar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Agar is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Agar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Gardsiyari.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 263656.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar has a total population of 102, including 45 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
There are 22 households in Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar is 66.67%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 61.40%.