Aamakot - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Aamakot is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Amodhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aamakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aamakot is 448014. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.56 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aamakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aamakot
As per Census 2011, Aamakot village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 134 males and 160 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aamakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 134 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 115 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 47 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Aamakot
Aamakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laman | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Umki | North | 1.78 km |
| Dhutapipli | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Sonekanhar | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Karregaon | South | 3.32 km |
| Botechang | North | 3.38 km |
| Birkondal | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Amodi | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Tumarikuhi | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Bagwahi | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aamakot
Aamakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Aamakot is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Aamakot is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aamakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aamakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aamakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aamakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Aamakot
Where is Aamakot located?
Aamakot village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aamakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Aamakot is Amodhi.
What is the pincode of Aamakot?
The pincode of Aamakot is 494665.
What is the population of Aamakot?
Aamakot has a total population of 294, including 134 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Aamakot?
There are 56 households in Aamakot.
What is the literacy rate in Aamakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aamakot is 56.46%. Male literacy is 64.93% and female literacy is 49.38%.