Amarkot
Amarkot is a village located in Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Saraipali (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Amarkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Amarkot unique in its vibrant Saraipali-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Amarkot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amarkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amarkot is 445883. The village spans a total geographical area of 425.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493558. Saraipali is nearest town to Amarkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Amarkot
Population of Amarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Amarkot has a total population of about 1,490, with approximately 749 males and 741 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 190 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 391. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.39%, with male literacy at about 67.56% and female literacy near 49.12%. There are around 352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amarkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,490 | 749 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 192 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 506 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 243 | 377 |
Connectivity of Amarkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amarkot. As per the 2011 stats, Amarkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Amarkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Amarkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amarkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amarkot
- Where is Amarkot located?
- Amarkot village is situated in Saraipali Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amarkot?
- Amarkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Amarkot?
- The pincode of Amarkot is 493558, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amarkot is 1,490, with 749 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amarkot village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amarkot is 58.39%. The male literacy rate is 67.56%, while the female literacy rate is 49.12%.