Amarpur - Thakurgangti, Godda
Amarpur is a village situated in the Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurgangti and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Amarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 355958. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.39 hectares and falls under the 814133 pincode.
Amarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur village had a total population of 1,724 people, including 882 males and 842 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.68%, with male literacy at 49.13% and female literacy at 31.81%.
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 | 1,724 | 882 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 192 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 339 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 543 | 633 |
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
Public transport in the Amarpur 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 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Thakurgangti Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
Amarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 814133.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur had a total population of 1,724, including 882 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
Amarpur had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur was 40.68%. Male literacy was 49.13% and female literacy was 31.81%.