Amda - Pansemal, Barwani
Amda is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Aamada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amda is 478421. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.8 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Pansemal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Amda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amda
As per Census 2011, Amda village has a total population of 2,931 people, consisting of 1,409 males and 1,522 females. The village has 579 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,344 literate and 1,587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,931 | 1,409 | 1,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 240 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,261 | 1,061 | 1,200 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 716 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,587 | 693 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Amda
Amda 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gongwada | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Junapani | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Khadki | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Piparani | North | 3.10 km |
| Gorikheda | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Jalgone | East | 3.25 km |
| Kansul | South | 3.30 km |
| Pannali | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Bandhara Buzurg | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Rampura | East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amda
Amda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pansemal to Amda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Amda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amda
Where is Amda located?
Amda village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amda?
The Gram Panchayat of Amda is Aamada.
What is the pincode of Amda?
The pincode of Amda is 451881.
What is the population of Amda?
Amda has a total population of 2,931, including 1,409 males and 1,522 females.
How many households are there in Amda?
There are 579 households in Amda.
What is the literacy rate in Amda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amda is 45.85%. Male literacy is 50.82% and female literacy is 41.26%.