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
According to the 2011 Census, Amrapur village had a total population of 3,311 people, including 1,683 males and 1,628 females, living in 596 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.34%, with male literacy at 62.14% and female literacy at 32.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 3,311 | 1,683 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 357 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,311, including 1,683 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
Amrapur had 596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur was 47.34%. Male literacy was 62.14% and female literacy was 32.09%.