Amghata - Taljhari, Sahebganj
Amghata is a village situated in the Taljhari subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Taljhari and around 50 km from Sahibganj. Brindavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amghata is 358923. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.82 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode. Sahibganj is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Amghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Amghata
Amghata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tegra | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Chamdi | West | 1.07 km |
| Behera | South | 1.10 km |
| Tetaria | North | 1.30 km |
| Nischinta | East | 1.31 km |
| Garudhab | East | 1.51 km |
| Ilkru(jirikdanga) | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Jaskuti | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Radha Kishunpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Mundli | West | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amghata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Amghata. The nearest railway station is Kalian Chak, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahibganj to Amghata is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amghata 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 Amghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amghata 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 Amghata
Where is Amghata located?
Amghata village is located in Taljhari Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Amghata is Brindavan.
What is the pincode of Amghata?
The pincode of Amghata is 816129.