Amakoni Chhote - Sariya, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Amakoni Chhote is a village situated in the Sariya tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Baramkela and around 48 km from Raigarh. Badeamakoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amakoni Chhote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amakoni Chhote is 435649. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.51 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Amakoni Chhote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amakoni Chhote
As per Census 2011, Amakoni Chhote village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 175 males and 171 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amakoni Chhote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 175 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 132 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 43 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Amakoni Chhote
Amakoni Chhote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amakoni Bade | West | 0.89 km |
| Bhanwarpur | South | 1.35 km |
| Munglipali | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Jamjori | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Marodarha | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Gobarsingha | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kariganthi | North | 2.33 km |
| Dabhara | South | 2.42 km |
| Girhulpali | East | 2.68 km |
| Kenabhatha | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amakoni Chhote
Amakoni Chhote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raigarh, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Amakoni Chhote is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Amakoni Chhote is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amakoni Chhote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amakoni Chhote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amakoni Chhote
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 Chhote 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amakoni Chhote
Where is Amakoni Chhote located?
Amakoni Chhote village is located in Sariya Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amakoni Chhote?
The Gram Panchayat of Amakoni Chhote is Badeamakoni.
What is the pincode of Amakoni Chhote?
The pincode of Amakoni Chhote is 496554.
What is the population of Amakoni Chhote?
Amakoni Chhote has a total population of 346, including 175 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Amakoni Chhote?
There are 100 households in Amakoni Chhote.
What is the literacy rate in Amakoni Chhote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amakoni Chhote is 64.74%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 53.80%.