Amachi - Hosanagara, Shivamogga
Amachi is a village situated in the Hosanagara taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Hosanagara and around 50 km from Shimoga. Haridravathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amachi is 607890. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.16 hectares and falls under the 577434 pincode. Hosanagara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Amachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amachi
As per Census 2011, Amachi village has a total population of 10 people, consisting of 5 males and 5 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Amachi
Amachi 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 Amachi
Amachi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hosanagara to Amachi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Amachi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amachi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amachi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amachi
Where is Amachi located?
Amachi village is located in Hosanagara Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amachi?
The Gram Panchayat of Amachi is Haridravathi.
What is the pincode of Amachi?
The pincode of Amachi is 577434.
What is the population of Amachi?
Amachi has a total population of 10, including 5 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Amachi?
There are 2 households in Amachi.
What is the literacy rate in Amachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amachi is 40.00%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.