Amarpur - Barauni, Begusarai
Amarpur is a village situated in the Barauni subdivision of Begusarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barauni and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Begusarai. Amarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 237962. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.1 hectares and falls under the 851112 pincode. Barauni is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Amarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teghra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Begusarai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarpur
As per Census 2011, Amarpur village has a total population of 8,276 people, consisting of 4,402 males and 3,874 females. The village has 1,668 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,553 literate and 3,723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,276 | 4,402 | 3,874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,499 | 769 | 730 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 216 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 4,553 | 2,800 | 1,753 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,723 | 1,602 | 2,121 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Amarpur 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 Amarpur
Amarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Amarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barauni to Amarpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Begusarai to Amarpur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Barauni Subdivision, Begusarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
Amarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 851112.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur has a total population of 8,276, including 4,402 males and 3,874 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
There are 1,668 households in Amarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur is 55.01%. Male literacy is 63.61% and female literacy is 45.25%.