Agar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Agar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rikhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 050761. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.64 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Agar 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Agar village had a total population of 15 people, including 6 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.89%.
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 | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Agar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Agar is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Rikhari.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 263631.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar had a total population of 15, including 6 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
Agar had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar was 93.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.89%.