Amrapur - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Amrapur is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Amrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrapur is 510624. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.12 hectares and falls under the 383215 pincode. Prantij is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Amrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amrapur
As per Census 2011, Amrapur village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 670 males and 627 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 420 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 670 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 22 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 546 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 124 | 296 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Prantij to Amrapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Amrapur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amrapur
Where is Amrapur located?
Amrapur village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha 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 383215.
What is the population of Amrapur?
Amrapur has a total population of 1,297, including 670 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Amrapur?
There are 225 households in Amrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrapur is 67.62%. Male literacy is 81.49% and female literacy is 52.79%.