Amgahan
Amgahan is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Amgahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Amgahan has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Amgahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amgahan is 498221. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.58 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Amgahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Amgahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Amgahan
Population of Amgahan
Below is a concise population overview of Amgahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 234 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 139 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 150 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 84 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amgahan village:
- The total population of Amgahan village is around 490, including approximately 234 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 1094 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Amgahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Amgahan village has 280 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Amgahan village is about 53.47%, with male literacy at 64.10% and female literacy at 43.75%.
- There are around 111 households in Amgahan village.
Connectivity of Amgahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amgahan. As per the 2011 stats, Amgahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Amgahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Amgahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amgahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amgahan
- Where is Amgahan located?
- Amgahan village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amgahan?
- Amgahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Amgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amgahan is 490, with 234 males and 256 females.
- How many households are there in Amgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amgahan village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amgahan is 53.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.10%, while the female literacy rate is 43.75%.