Amarapur - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Amarapur is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Amarapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarapur is 511236. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.41 hectares and falls under the 382845 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Amarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarapur village had a total population of 1,653 people, including 855 males and 798 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 68.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 1,653 | 855 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 683 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 172 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Amarapur
Amarapur 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 Amarapur
Amarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mansa to Amarapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Amarapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amarapur
Where is Amarapur located?
Amarapur village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amarapur?
Amarapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarapur?
The pincode of Amarapur is 382845.
What is the population of Amarapur?
Amarapur had a total population of 1,653, including 855 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Amarapur?
Amarapur had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarapur was 80.49%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 68.68%.