Amarpur - Maheshpur, Pakur
Amarpur is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. Babudaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 360544. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 816106 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 436 people, consisting of 209 males and 227 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 209 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 206 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 75 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 134 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Amarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchandpur | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Baghduba | East | 1.04 km |
| Belpahari | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Basitpur | West | 1.22 km |
| Siristola | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Parrah | North | 1.62 km |
| Sailpahari | South | 1.75 km |
| Debpur | East | 1.80 km |
| Talpahari | North | 1.87 km |
| Kalabari | South-West | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Amarpur. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur is Babudaha.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 816106.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur has a total population of 436, including 209 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
There are 97 households in Amarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur is 28.44%. Male literacy is 35.89% and female literacy is 21.59%.