Amrapur - Santalpur, Patan
Amrapur is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Amrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapur is 508675. The village covers a total geographical area of 4910.29 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrapur
As per Census 2011, Amrapur village has a total population of 3,311 people, consisting of 1,683 males and 1,628 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 698 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 2,074 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,311 | 1,683 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 357 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 824 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,074 | 859 | 1,215 |
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
Public transport in the Amrapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Radhanpur to Amrapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Amrapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrapur
Where is Amrapur located?
Amrapur village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan 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 384245.
What is the population of Amrapur?
Amrapur has a total population of 3,311, including 1,683 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
There are 596 households in Amrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur is 37.36%. Male literacy is 48.96% and female literacy is 25.37%.