Amarsar
Amarsar is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Amarsar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Amarsar unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Amarsar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amarsar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amarsar is 512812. The village spans a total geographical area of 891.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Amarsar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Amarsar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Amarsar
Population of Amarsar
According to the 2011 Census, Amarsar has a total population of about 1,761, with approximately 891 males and 870 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 228. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.81%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 52.07%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amarsar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 891 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 138 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 124 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 1,106 | 653 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 238 | 417 |
Connectivity of Amarsar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amarsar. As per the 2011 stats, Amarsar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Amarsar
Knowing the nearby villages of Amarsar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amarsar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amarsar
- Where is Amarsar located?
- Amarsar village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amarsar?
- Amarsar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Amarsar?
- The pincode of Amarsar is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Amarsar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amarsar is 1,761, with 891 males and 870 females.
- How many households are there in Amarsar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amarsar village has a total of 317 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amarsar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amarsar is 62.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 52.07%.