Amgawan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Amgawan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Amgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amgawan is 502264. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.42 hectares and falls under the 484887 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Amgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Amgawan village had a total population of 766 people, including 393 males and 373 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 84.29% and female literacy at 55.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 678.
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 | 766 | 393 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 350 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 279 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 114 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Amgawan
Amgawan 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 Amgawan
Public transport in the Amgawan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Anuppur to Amgawan 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 Amgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amgawan 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 Amgawan
Where is Amgawan located?
Amgawan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amgawan?
Amgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amgawan?
The pincode of Amgawan is 484887.
What is the population of Amgawan?
Amgawan had a total population of 766, including 393 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Amgawan?
Amgawan had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amgawan was 70.31%. Male literacy was 84.29% and female literacy was 55.34%.