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
As per Census 2011, Agroda village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 27 males and 45 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,666 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| 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 has a total population of 72, including 27 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Agroda?
There are 16 households in Agroda.
What is the literacy rate in Agroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agroda is 61.11%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 53.33%.