Amkona - Pakuria, Pakur
Amkona is a village situated in the Pakuria subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. Monglabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amkona is 360897. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 816117 pincode.
Amkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Amkona
According to the 2011 Census, Amkona village had a total population of 370 people, including 176 males and 194 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.58%, with male literacy at 68.80% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 370 | 176 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 86 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 90 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Amkona
Amkona 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 Amkona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Amkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Amkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amkona
Where is Amkona located?
Amkona village is located in Pakuria Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Amkona is Monglabandh.
What is the pincode of Amkona?
The pincode of Amkona is 816117.
What is the population of Amkona?
Amkona had a total population of 370, including 176 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Amkona?
Amkona had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amkona was 53.58%. Male literacy was 68.80% and female literacy was 40.00%.