Amwar - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Amwar is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral (pipra Kalan) and around 17.5 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Duldulwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwar is 347699. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Amwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amwar
According to the 2011 Census, Amwar village had a total population of 16 people, including 7 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.67%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Amwar
Amwar 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 Amwar
Amwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Amwar is about 17.5 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amwar
Where is Amwar located?
Amwar village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwar is Duldulwa.
What is the pincode of Amwar?
The pincode of Amwar is 822133.
What is the population of Amwar?
Amwar had a total population of 16, including 7 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Amwar?
Amwar had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwar was 26.67%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 12.50%.