Amgaon - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Amgaon is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from Gaurella and around 121 km from Bilaspur. Aamgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amgaon is 437506. The village covers a total geographical area of 2035.83 hectares and falls under the 495119 pincode. Pendra is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Amgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amgaon
As per Census 2011, Amgaon village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 591 males and 581 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,003 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 591 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 93 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,003 | 508 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 325 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 266 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Amgaon
Amgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piparbahra | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Udan | East | 3.31 km |
| Tidi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Tikarkhurd | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Bagra | West | 4.45 km |
| Poota | West | 5.63 km |
| Ratkhandi | South | 6.00 km |
| Basti | West | 6.59 km |
| Ramakachhar | East | 7.64 km |
| Dandjamdi Kalan | South-West | 7.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amgaon
Amgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Pendra to Amgaon is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Amgaon is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amgaon 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 Amgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amgaon
Where is Amgaon located?
Amgaon village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Amgaon is Aamgaon.
What is the pincode of Amgaon?
The pincode of Amgaon is 495119.
What is the population of Amgaon?
Amgaon has a total population of 1,172, including 591 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Amgaon?
There are 248 households in Amgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Amgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amgaon is 42.58%. Male literacy is 54.99% and female literacy is 29.95%.