Amrai - Khuntpani, West Singhbhum

Amrai is a village situated in the Khuntpani subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Khuntpani and around 13 km from Chaibasa. Ulirajabasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amrai village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrai is 377500. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode.

Amrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Amrai

According to the 2011 Census, Amrai village had a total population of 740 people, including 373 males and 367 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.05%, with male literacy at 79.32% and female literacy at 42.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 638.

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 Population740373367
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1477869
Scheduled Castes (SC)110
Scheduled Tribes (ST)638323315
Literate Population362234128
Illiterate Population378139239

Nearby Villages of Amrai

Amrai 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
RaihatuSouth0.94 km
BanabingNorth1.26 km
MurhatuNorth-West1.28 km
KitahatuEast1.51 km
GararajabasaSouth-East1.93 km
PasuhatuSouth2.00 km
BarakudaberaNorth-East2.02 km
MatkamhatuSouth-West2.13 km
BindirangroiWest2.14 km
ChhotakudaberaNorth-East2.19 km

Transport and Connectivity of Amrai

Amrai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pandrasali, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within >10 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Amrai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Amrai

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrai village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 5-10 km

Health Facilities in Amrai

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrai village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)YesAvailable within village
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Amrai

Where is Amrai located?

Amrai village is located in Khuntpani Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Amrai?

The Gram Panchayat of Amrai is Ulirajabasa.

What is the pincode of Amrai?

The pincode of Amrai is 833204.

What is the population of Amrai?

Amrai had a total population of 740, including 373 males and 367 females.

How many households are there in Amrai?

Amrai had 142 households.

What is the literacy rate in Amrai?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrai was 61.05%. Male literacy was 79.32% and female literacy was 42.95%.