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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur village had a total population of 436 people, including 209 males and 227 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.23%, with male literacy at 44.64% and female literacy at 26.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 436 | 209 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 436, including 209 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
Amarpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur was 35.23%. Male literacy was 44.64% and female literacy was 26.63%.