Amjhar - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Amjhar is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Amjhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjhar is 436059. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.6 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Amjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Amjhar village had a total population of 471 people, including 228 males and 243 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 68.39% and female literacy at 42.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 287.
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 | 471 | 228 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 142 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 132 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 96 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Amjhar
Amjhar 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 Amjhar
Amjhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Katghora to Amjhar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Amjhar 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 Amjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjhar 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 Amjhar
Where is Amjhar located?
Amjhar village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjhar?
Amjhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amjhar?
The pincode of Amjhar is 495445.
What is the population of Amjhar?
Amjhar had a total population of 471, including 228 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Amjhar?
Amjhar had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjhar was 55.00%. Male literacy was 68.39% and female literacy was 42.51%.