Amta - Baheri, Darbhanga
Amta is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dohat Narain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amta is 227663. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 847105 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Amta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amta
As per Census 2011, Amta village has a total population of 3,837 people, consisting of 1,979 males and 1,858 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 785 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,637 literate and 2,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,837 | 1,979 | 1,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 785 | 403 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,383 | 708 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 1,039 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,200 | 940 | 1,260 |
Nearby Villages of Amta
Amta 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 Amta
Amta 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Amta is about 35 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 Amta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Amta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amta
Where is Amta located?
Amta village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amta?
The Gram Panchayat of Amta is Dohat Narain.
What is the pincode of Amta?
The pincode of Amta is 847105.
What is the population of Amta?
Amta has a total population of 3,837, including 1,979 males and 1,858 females.
How many households are there in Amta?
There are 774 households in Amta.
What is the literacy rate in Amta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amta is 42.66%. Male literacy is 52.50% and female literacy is 32.19%.