Amra - Dumri, Giridih
Amra is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Amara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amra is 352699. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 825106 pincode. Dumri is the nearest town.
Amra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amra
As per Census 2011, Amra village has a total population of 2,647 people, consisting of 1,405 males and 1,242 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,442 literate and 1,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,647 | 1,405 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 258 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 943 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 462 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Amra
Amra 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 Amra
Public transport in the Amra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Amra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Amra is about 48 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 Amra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amra
Where is Amra located?
Amra village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amra?
The Gram Panchayat of Amra is Amara.
What is the pincode of Amra?
The pincode of Amra is 825106.
What is the population of Amra?
Amra has a total population of 2,647, including 1,405 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Amra?
There are 488 households in Amra.
What is the literacy rate in Amra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amra is 54.48%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 40.18%.