Amgaon - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Amgaon is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Amgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amgaon is 440945. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.36 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Amgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amgaon
As per Census 2011, Amgaon village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 250 males and 246 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 250 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 174 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 168 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 82 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Amgaon
Amgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gerughat | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Bakhru Tola | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Bucha Tola | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Bamhni Charbhatha | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Gidhwa Bhanwar | East | 3.08 km |
| Bharri Tola | North | 3.44 km |
| Kesho Tola | East | 4.33 km |
| Bhakurra | South | 4.48 km |
| Markakasa | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Padram Tola | North-East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amgaon
Amgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| 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 Chhuria to Amgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Amgaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amgaon 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 Amgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amgaon
Where is Amgaon located?
Amgaon village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amgaon?
Amgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amgaon?
The pincode of Amgaon is 491558.
What is the population of Amgaon?
Amgaon has a total population of 496, including 250 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Amgaon?
There are 99 households in Amgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Amgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amgaon is 58.06%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 48.78%.