Agar
Agar is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Aagar is the gram panchayat of Agar village.
Here you can discover what makes Agar unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Agar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Agar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agar is 042819. The village spans a total geographical area of 85.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249125. Srinagar is nearest town to Agar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
Google Map of Agar
Population of Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Agar has a total population of about 498, with approximately 215 males and 283 females. The sex ratio is around 1316 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.66%, with male literacy at about 75.35% and female literacy near 58.30%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 215 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 327 | 162 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 53 | 118 |
Connectivity of Agar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agar. As per the 2011 stats, Agar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Agar
Knowing the nearby villages of Agar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Agar
- Where is Agar located?
- Agar village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Agar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Agar is Aagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Agar?
- The pincode of Agar is 249125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agar is 498, with 215 males and 283 females.
- How many households are there in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Agar village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Agar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agar is 65.66%. The male literacy rate is 75.35%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.