Amarpur
Amarpur is a village located in Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Ghumarwin. Ghumarwin is the sub-district headquarter of Amarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Amarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Amarpur unique in its vibrant Ghumarwin-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Amarpur’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 Amarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amarpur is 019098. The village spans a total geographical area of 545.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174012. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Amarpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Amarpur 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 Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Amarpur
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur has a total population of about 2,432, with approximately 1,212 males and 1,220 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 535 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.51%, with male literacy at about 82.10% and female literacy near 72.95%. There are around 526 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,432 | 1,212 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 140 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 283 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 995 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 217 | 330 |
Connectivity of Amarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Amarpur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Amarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amarpur
- Where is Amarpur located?
- Amarpur village is situated in Ghumarwin Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
- Amarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Amarpur?
- The pincode of Amarpur is 174012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amarpur is 2,432, with 1,212 males and 1,220 females.
- How many households are there in Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amarpur village has a total of 526 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amarpur is 77.51%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 72.95%.