Amtaro - Gawan, Giridih
Amtaro is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Amtaro village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amtaro is 350204. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.96 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Amtaro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amtaro
As per Census 2011, Amtaro village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 386 males and 329 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amtaro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 386 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 316 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 172 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 214 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Amtaro
Amtaro 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 Amtaro
Public transport in the Amtaro is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Amtaro is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amtaro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amtaro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amtaro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amtaro 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amtaro
Where is Amtaro located?
Amtaro village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amtaro?
Amtaro is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amtaro?
The pincode of Amtaro is 815313.
What is the population of Amtaro?
Amtaro has a total population of 715, including 386 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Amtaro?
There are 132 households in Amtaro.
What is the literacy rate in Amtaro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amtaro is 35.52%. Male literacy is 44.56% and female literacy is 24.92%.