Amrapur - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Amrapur is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Sutrapada and around 190 km from Junagadh. Amrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapur is 515071. The village covers a total geographical area of 571.79 hectares and falls under the 362268 pincode. Veraval is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Amrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrapur
As per Census 2011, Amrapur village has a total population of 2,070 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,019 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,070 | 1,051 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 813 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 238 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Amrapur
Amrapur 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 Amrapur
Amrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Amrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Veraval to Amrapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Amrapur is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrapur
Where is Amrapur located?
Amrapur village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amrapur?
Amrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amrapur?
The pincode of Amrapur is 362268.
What is the population of Amrapur?
Amrapur has a total population of 2,070, including 1,051 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
There are 311 households in Amrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur is 69.95%. Male literacy is 77.35% and female literacy is 62.32%.