Amarpur - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Amarpur is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Beldiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 357073. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Amarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarpur
As per Census 2011, Amarpur village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 287 males and 233 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 287 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 158 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 158 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 129 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Amarpur 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 Amarpur
Amarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Godda to Amarpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur is Beldiha.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 814155.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur has a total population of 520, including 287 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
There are 105 households in Amarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur is 51.35%. Male literacy is 55.05% and female literacy is 46.78%.