Agna - Mathabhanga-II, Cooch Behar
Agna is a village situated in the Mathabhanga-II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Bhogmara and around 59.2 km from Cooch Behar. Fulbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agna is 308008. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.71 hectares and falls under the 736171 pincode. Mathabhanga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Agna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agna
According to the 2011 Census, Agna village had a total population of 753 people, including 395 males and 358 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 60.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 517.
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 | 753 | 395 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 265 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 272 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 123 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Agna
Agna 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 Agna
Public transport in the Agna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Agna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mathabhanga to Agna is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Agna is about 59.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Agna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agna
Where is Agna located?
Agna village is located in Mathabhanga-II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agna?
The Gram Panchayat of Agna is Fulbari.
What is the pincode of Agna?
The pincode of Agna is 736171.
What is the population of Agna?
Agna had a total population of 753, including 395 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Agna?
Agna had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agna was 69.58%. Male literacy was 78.39% and female literacy was 60.24%.