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.
Amarpur has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Amarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amarpur village:
- The total population of Amarpur village is around 2,432, including approximately 1,212 males and 1,220 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 258 children aged 0–6 years in Amarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Amarpur village has 535 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Amarpur village is about 77.51%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 72.95%.
- There are around 526 households in Amarpur village.
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%.