Amera - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Amera is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Magrwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amera is 439272. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.69 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Amera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amera
As per Census 2011, Amera village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 202 males and 264 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,306 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 202 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 170 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 113 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 89 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Amera
Amera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangal Sontara | North | 1.07 km |
| Dullapur | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Sontara | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Sili | South | 1.67 km |
| Pachrahi | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Basoharsili | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Magarwada | West | 2.45 km |
| Andhrikachhar | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Boda | West | 3.27 km |
| Bakela | East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amera
Amera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanwar Tonk, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Amera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Amera is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amera
Where is Amera located?
Amera village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amera?
The Gram Panchayat of Amera is Magrwada.
What is the pincode of Amera?
The pincode of Amera is 491995.
What is the population of Amera?
Amera has a total population of 466, including 202 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Amera?
There are 94 households in Amera.
What is the literacy rate in Amera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amera is 54.29%. Male literacy is 55.94% and female literacy is 53.03%.