Amad - Devbhog, Gariyaband
Amad is a village situated in the Devbhog tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Deobhog and around 226 km from Raipur. Amad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amad is 445612. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.7 hectares and falls under the 493888 pincode. Gariyaband is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Amad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bindranawagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amad
As per Census 2011, Amad village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 452 males and 426 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 452 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 244 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 208 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Amad
Amad 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 Amad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Amad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gariyaband to Amad is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Amad is about 226 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amad
Where is Amad located?
Amad village is located in Devbhog Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amad?
Amad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amad?
The pincode of Amad is 493888.
What is the population of Amad?
Amad has a total population of 878, including 452 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Amad?
There are 264 households in Amad.
What is the literacy rate in Amad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amad is 42.14%. Male literacy is 53.98% and female literacy is 29.58%.