Agar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Agar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Aagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agar is 049955. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.58 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 92 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 Gangolihat 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 126 people, including 63 males and 63 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 98.21% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Agar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agar
Where is Agar located?
Agar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Aagar.
What is the pincode of Agar?
The pincode of Agar is 262522.
What is the population of Agar?
Agar had a total population of 126, including 63 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Agar?
Agar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agar was 86.21%. Male literacy was 98.21% and female literacy was 75.00%.