Amarkot - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Amarkot is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Amarkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarkot is 023335. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.1 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Amarkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarkot
As per Census 2011, Amarkot village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 908 males and 716 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 788 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,057 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 908 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 83 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 639 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 269 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Amarkot
Amarkot 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 Amarkot
Amarkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nahan to Amarkot is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarkot 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amarkot
Where is Amarkot located?
Amarkot village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarkot?
Amarkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarkot?
The pincode of Amarkot is 173025.
What is the population of Amarkot?
Amarkot has a total population of 1,624, including 908 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Amarkot?
There are 357 households in Amarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Amarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarkot is 65.09%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 58.38%.