Amra - Sonhat, Korea
Amra is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Sonhat and around 53 km from Baikunthpur. Akalasarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amra is 431540. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.46 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Amra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amra
According to the 2011 Census, Amra village had a total population of 608 people, including 311 males and 297 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.78%, with male literacy at 90.46% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 512.
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 | 608 | 311 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 512 | 263 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 237 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 74 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Amra
Amra 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 Amra
Amra 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 | 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 Baikunthpur to Amra is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amra 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 Amra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Amra
Where is Amra located?
Amra village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amra?
The Gram Panchayat of Amra is Akalasarai.
What is the pincode of Amra?
The pincode of Amra is 497339.
What is the population of Amra?
Amra had a total population of 608, including 311 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Amra?
Amra had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amra was 80.78%. Male literacy was 90.46% and female literacy was 70.75%.