Amjhar - Haspura, Aurangabad
Amjhar is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Amjhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjhar is 252779. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 824120 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Amjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amjhar
As per Census 2011, Amjhar village has a total population of 10,766 people, consisting of 5,507 males and 5,259 females. The village has 1,783 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,027 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,146 literate and 4,620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amjhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,766 | 5,507 | 5,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,027 | 1,026 | 1,001 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 544 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 6,146 | 3,368 | 2,778 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,620 | 2,139 | 2,481 |
Nearby Villages of Amjhar
Amjhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidpur | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Paharpura | North | 1.51 km |
| Hanspura (ct) | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Narsan | South | 1.81 km |
| Jalpura | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Dumra | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Bagharewa | East | 2.22 km |
| Makbulpurkhas | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Kishunpur | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Chandi | South | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amjhar
Amjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhim, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daudnagar to Amjhar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Amjhar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amjhar
Where is Amjhar located?
Amjhar village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjhar?
Amjhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amjhar?
The pincode of Amjhar is 824120.
What is the population of Amjhar?
Amjhar has a total population of 10,766, including 5,507 males and 5,259 females.
How many households are there in Amjhar?
There are 1,783 households in Amjhar.
What is the literacy rate in Amjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjhar is 57.09%. Male literacy is 61.16% and female literacy is 52.82%.