Agrora - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Agrora is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Lansdowne and around 116 km from Pauri. Asankhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agrora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agrora is 047428. The village covers a total geographical area of 2.16 hectares and falls under the 246129 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Agrora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agrora
As per Census 2011, Agrora village has a total population of 12 people, consisting of 8 males and 4 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. The village has 10 literate and 2 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agrora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Agrora
Agrora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinbo | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Bedur Gaon | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Chamkot | West | 1.80 km |
| Dhangli | South | 1.81 km |
| Bhanswara | West | 2.00 km |
| Ghotala | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Ringwari Gaon | South | 2.25 km |
| Mani Gaon | East | 2.26 km |
| Dhiswari | East | 2.34 km |
| Asankhat | South-West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agrora
Agrora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Agrora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Agrora is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agrora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agrora 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 Agrora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agrora 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agrora
Where is Agrora located?
Agrora village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agrora?
The Gram Panchayat of Agrora is Asankhet.
What is the pincode of Agrora?
The pincode of Agrora is 246129.
What is the population of Agrora?
Agrora has a total population of 12, including 8 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Agrora?
There are 3 households in Agrora.
What is the literacy rate in Agrora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agrora is 83.33%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 75.00%.