Amroh - Jaswan, Kangra
Amroh is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Amroh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amroh is 010616. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 176501 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Amroh 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 Amroh
As per Census 2011, Amroh village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 70 males and 96 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,371 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amroh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 70 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Amroh
Amroh 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 Amroh
Amroh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Amroh is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amroh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amroh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amroh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amroh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amroh
Where is Amroh located?
Amroh village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amroh?
Amroh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amroh?
The pincode of Amroh is 176501.
What is the population of Amroh?
Amroh has a total population of 166, including 70 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Amroh?
There are 35 households in Amroh.
What is the literacy rate in Amroh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amroh is 76.51%. Male literacy is 81.43% and female literacy is 72.92%.