Amara - Majalta, Udhampur
Amara is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Khoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amara is 005153. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.2 hectares and falls under the 182127 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Amara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amara
As per Census 2011, Amara village has a total population of 1,745 people, consisting of 915 males and 830 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,042 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 915 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 154 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 198 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 598 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 317 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Amara
Amara 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 Amara
Amara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Amara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amara
Where is Amara located?
Amara village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amara?
The Gram Panchayat of Amara is Khoon.
What is the pincode of Amara?
The pincode of Amara is 182127.
What is the population of Amara?
Amara has a total population of 1,745, including 915 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Amara?
There are 357 households in Amara.
What is the literacy rate in Amara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amara is 59.71%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 53.49%.