Amwa - Patan, Palamu
Amwa is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sirma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwa is 365896. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.47 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode. Amwa is the nearest town.
Amwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Amwa
According to the 2011 Census, Amwa village had a total population of 708 people, including 383 males and 325 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.51%, with male literacy at 84.47% and female literacy at 52.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
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 | 708 | 383 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 193 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 272 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 111 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Amwa 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 Amwa
Amwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Amwa is about 39 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 Amwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwa 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 Amwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amwa
Where is Amwa located?
Amwa village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Sirma.
What is the pincode of Amwa?
The pincode of Amwa is 822123.
What is the population of Amwa?
Amwa had a total population of 708, including 383 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Amwa?
Amwa had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwa was 69.51%. Male literacy was 84.47% and female literacy was 52.00%.