Amarnagar - Jetpur, Rajkot
Amarnagar is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Amarnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarnagar is 513424. The village covers a total geographical area of 2004.7 hectares and falls under the 360485 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Amarnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarnagar
As per Census 2011, Amarnagar village has a total population of 4,130 people, consisting of 2,140 males and 1,990 females. The village has 847 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,635 literate and 1,495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,130 | 2,140 | 1,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 229 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 2,635 | 1,485 | 1,150 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 655 | 840 |
Nearby Villages of Amarnagar
Amarnagar 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 Amarnagar
Amarnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Amarnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Amarnagar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Amarnagar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amarnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amarnagar
Where is Amarnagar located?
Amarnagar village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarnagar?
Amarnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarnagar?
The pincode of Amarnagar is 360485.
What is the population of Amarnagar?
Amarnagar has a total population of 4,130, including 2,140 males and 1,990 females.
How many households are there in Amarnagar?
There are 847 households in Amarnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Amarnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarnagar is 63.80%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 57.79%.