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
According to the 2011 Census, Amtaro village had a total population of 715 people, including 386 males and 329 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.77%, with male literacy at 57.72% and female literacy at 31.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 592.
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 | 715 | 386 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 316 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 715, including 386 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Amtaro?
Amtaro had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amtaro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amtaro was 45.77%. Male literacy was 57.72% and female literacy was 31.91%.