Amran - Dadasiba, Kangra
Amran is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Tipri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amran is 010683. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Amran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amran
According to the 2011 Census, Amran village had a total population of 452 people, including 212 males and 240 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 81.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 212 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 162 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 50 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Amran
Amran 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 Amran
Amran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Amran is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amran
Where is Amran located?
Amran village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amran?
The Gram Panchayat of Amran is Tipri.
What is the pincode of Amran?
The pincode of Amran is 177112.
What is the population of Amran?
Amran had a total population of 452, including 212 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Amran?
Amran had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amran was 84.00%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 81.31%.