Agriya Gara - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Agriya Gara is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Angariyagara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agriya Gara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agriya Gara is 049787. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.67 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Agriya Gara 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agriya Gara
According to the 2011 Census, Agriya Gara village had a total population of 145 people, including 69 males and 76 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.92%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Agriya Gara
Agriya Gara 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 Agriya Gara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Agriya Gara.
| 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 Didihat to Agriya Gara is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Agriya Gara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agriya Gara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agriya Gara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agriya Gara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agriya Gara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agriya Gara
Where is Agriya Gara located?
Agriya Gara village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agriya Gara?
The Gram Panchayat of Agriya Gara is Angariyagara.
What is the pincode of Agriya Gara?
The pincode of Agriya Gara is 262531.
What is the population of Agriya Gara?
Agriya Gara had a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Agriya Gara?
Agriya Gara had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agriya Gara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agriya Gara was 80.92%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 71.83%.