Agroda - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Agroda is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 78 km from Lansdowne and around 164 km from Pauri. Agroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agroda is 047592. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.79 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Agroda 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 Agroda
According to the 2011 Census, Agroda village had a total population of 72 people, including 27 males and 45 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Agroda
Agroda 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 Agroda
Agroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Agroda is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Agroda is about 164 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agroda 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 Agroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agroda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agroda
Where is Agroda located?
Agroda village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agroda?
Agroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agroda?
The pincode of Agroda is 246179.
What is the population of Agroda?
Agroda had a total population of 72, including 27 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Agroda?
Agroda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agroda was 78.57%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 70.59%.