Amapali - Lailunga, Raigarh
Amapali is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Amapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amapali is 434625. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.07 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Amapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amapali
According to the 2011 Census, Amapali village had a total population of 1,176 people, including 592 males and 584 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.88%, with male literacy at 70.65% and female literacy at 49.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 805.
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 | 1,176 | 592 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 396 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 349 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 582 | 243 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Amapali
Amapali 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 Amapali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Amapali.
| 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 Lailunga to Amapali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Amapali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amapali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amapali
Where is Amapali located?
Amapali village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amapali?
Amapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amapali?
The pincode of Amapali is 496113.
What is the population of Amapali?
Amapali had a total population of 1,176, including 592 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Amapali?
Amapali had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amapali was 59.88%. Male literacy was 70.65% and female literacy was 49.20%.