Amgaon - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Amgaon is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Amgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amgaon is 497908. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.69 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Amgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amgaon
As per Census 2011, Amgaon village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 588 males and 584 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 772 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 588 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 442 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 146 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Amgaon
Amgaon 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 Amgaon
Amgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balaghat to Amgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Amgaon
Where is Amgaon located?
Amgaon village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amgaon?
Amgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amgaon?
The pincode of Amgaon is 481115.
What is the population of Amgaon?
Amgaon has a total population of 1,172, including 588 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Amgaon?
There are 266 households in Amgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Amgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amgaon is 65.87%. Male literacy is 75.17% and female literacy is 56.51%.