Agar - Dwarahat, Almora
Agar is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nata Guali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 052638. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.9 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agar
As per Census 2011, Agar village has a total population of 189 people, consisting of 84 males and 105 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 84 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 84 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dwarahat to Agar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Agar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Nata Guali.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 263653.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar has a total population of 189, including 84 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
There are 39 households in Agar.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar is 66.14%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 58.10%.