Agron - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Agron is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Agron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agron is 050045. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.75 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Agron 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 Agron
According to the 2011 Census, Agron village had a total population of 360 people, including 184 males and 176 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.51%, with male literacy at 77.85% and female literacy at 60.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
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 | 360 | 184 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 139 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 123 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 61 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Agron
Agron 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 Agron
Agron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Agron is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Agron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agron 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 Agron
Where is Agron located?
Agron village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Agron?
Agron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agron?
The pincode of Agron is 262522.
What is the population of Agron?
Agron had a total population of 360, including 184 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Agron?
Agron had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agron was 69.51%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 60.54%.