Amrapar - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Amrapar is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Amrapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapar is 514166. The village covers a total geographical area of 2779.44 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Amrapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrapar
As per Census 2011, Amrapar village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,018 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,082 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 749 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 333 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Amrapar
Amrapar 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 Amrapar
Public transport in the Amrapar 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 Jamjodhpur to Amrapar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Amrapar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amrapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amrapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrapar
Where is Amrapar located?
Amrapar village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amrapar?
Amrapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amrapar?
The pincode of Amrapar is 360490.
What is the population of Amrapar?
Amrapar has a total population of 2,100, including 1,082 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Amrapar?
There are 393 households in Amrapar.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapar is 61.14%. Male literacy is 69.22% and female literacy is 52.55%.