Amouja - Phulparas, Madhubani
Amouja is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Saini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amouja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amouja is 220121. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.28 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Amouja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Laukaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amouja
As per Census 2011, Amouja village has a total population of 3,677 people, consisting of 1,973 males and 1,704 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 620 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,859 literate and 1,818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 925 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amouja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,677 | 1,973 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 338 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 925 | 484 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 1,232 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,818 | 741 | 1,077 |
Nearby Villages of Amouja
Amouja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khargawan | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Saini | West | 2.23 km |
| Toufir | West | 2.30 km |
| Sugapatti | East | 2.38 km |
| Gohuma Bairia | North | 2.40 km |
| Jagatpur | South | 2.76 km |
| Hariari | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Maini | West | 3.19 km |
| Dharamdiha | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Sijaulia | South-East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amouja
Public transport in the Amouja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vachaspati Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghoghardiha to Amouja is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Amouja is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amouja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amouja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amouja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amouja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amouja
Where is Amouja located?
Amouja village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amouja?
The Gram Panchayat of Amouja is Saini.
What is the pincode of Amouja?
The pincode of Amouja is 847402.
What is the population of Amouja?
Amouja has a total population of 3,677, including 1,973 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Amouja?
There are 734 households in Amouja.
What is the literacy rate in Amouja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amouja is 50.56%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 36.80%.