Amakoni - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Amakoni is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Aamakoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amakoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amakoni is 446654. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.63 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Amakoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amakoni
As per Census 2011, Amakoni village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 473 males and 500 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 572 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 239 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amakoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 473 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 326 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 147 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Amakoni
Amakoni 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 Amakoni
Amakoni 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 Bagbahara to Amakoni is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Amakoni is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amakoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amakoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amakoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amakoni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amakoni
Where is Amakoni located?
Amakoni village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amakoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Amakoni is Aamakoni.
What is the pincode of Amakoni?
The pincode of Amakoni is 493445.
What is the population of Amakoni?
Amakoni has a total population of 973, including 473 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Amakoni?
There are 243 households in Amakoni.
What is the literacy rate in Amakoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amakoni is 58.79%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 49.20%.