Amarpur - Katghora, Korba
Amarpur is a village situated in the Katghora tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katghora and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Vijaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 435856. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.55 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katghora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur village had a total population of 646 people, including 315 males and 331 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.40%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 53.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 518.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 315 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 248 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 202 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 113 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Amarpur 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 Amarpur
Amarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Katghora to Amarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Amarpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Katghora Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur is Vijaypur.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 495445.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur had a total population of 646, including 315 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
Amarpur had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur was 64.40%. Male literacy was 75.37% and female literacy was 53.79%.