Agarara - Mohanpur, Paschim Medinipur
Agarara is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Neelda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agarara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agarara is 344037. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.03 hectares and falls under the 721436 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Agarara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Agarara
According to the 2011 Census, Agarara village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 547 males and 502 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.16%, with male literacy at 92.42% and female literacy at 77.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,049 | 547 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 463 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 84 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Agarara
Agarara 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 Agarara
Agarara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Agarara is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agarara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agarara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Agarara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agarara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agarara
Where is Agarara located?
Agarara village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agarara?
The Gram Panchayat of Agarara is Neelda.
What is the pincode of Agarara?
The pincode of Agarara is 721436.
What is the population of Agarara?
Agarara had a total population of 1,049, including 547 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Agarara?
Agarara had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agarara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agarara was 85.16%. Male literacy was 92.42% and female literacy was 77.19%.