Amrapur - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Amrapur is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Jasdan and around 75 km from Rajkot. Amrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapur is 513119. The village covers a total geographical area of 1672.11 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrapur
As per Census 2011, Amrapur village has a total population of 4,753 people, consisting of 2,286 males and 2,467 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 636 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,772 literate and 1,981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,753 | 2,286 | 2,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 636 | 339 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 2,772 | 1,489 | 1,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,981 | 797 | 1,184 |
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
Amrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Amrapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jasdan to Amrapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Amrapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amrapur
Where is Amrapur located?
Amrapur village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot 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 360055.
What is the population of Amrapur?
Amrapur has a total population of 4,753, including 2,286 males and 2,467 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
There are 844 households in Amrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur is 58.32%. Male literacy is 65.14% and female literacy is 52.01%.