Amadhara - Chikhli, Navsari
Amadhara is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Amadhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amadhara is 523089. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.56 hectares and falls under the 396521 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amadhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amadhara
According to the 2011 Census, Amadhara village had a total population of 4,025 people, including 2,082 males and 1,943 females, living in 898 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.88%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 73.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,282.
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 | 4,025 | 2,082 | 1,943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 188 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,282 | 1,157 | 1,125 |
| Literate Population | 2,865 | 1,582 | 1,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 500 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Amadhara
Amadhara 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 Amadhara
Public transport in the Amadhara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chikhli to Amadhara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Amadhara is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amadhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amadhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amadhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amadhara 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 Amadhara
Where is Amadhara located?
Amadhara village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amadhara?
Amadhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amadhara?
The pincode of Amadhara is 396521.
What is the population of Amadhara?
Amadhara had a total population of 4,025, including 2,082 males and 1,943 females.
How many households are there in Amadhara?
Amadhara had 898 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amadhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amadhara was 78.88%. Male literacy was 83.53% and female literacy was 73.82%.