Amjhiri - Pansemal, Barwani
Amjhiri is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Aamjhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amjhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjhiri is 478407. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.73 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Khetia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Amjhiri 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 Amjhiri
As per Census 2011, Amjhiri village has a total population of 2,198 people, consisting of 1,088 males and 1,110 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amjhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,198 | 1,088 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 180 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,181 | 1,077 | 1,104 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 641 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 447 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Amjhiri
Amjhiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malfa | South | 2.00 km |
| Mortalay | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Malgaon | West | 2.82 km |
| Temala | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Bhatki | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Temli | South | 4.72 km |
| Karanpura | West | 5.17 km |
| Pannali | East | 5.19 km |
| Bandryabad | West | 5.94 km |
| Piparani | East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amjhiri
Amjhiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 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 Khetia to Amjhiri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Amjhiri is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amjhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjhiri 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 Amjhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjhiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amjhiri
Where is Amjhiri located?
Amjhiri village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Amjhiri is Aamjhiri.
What is the pincode of Amjhiri?
The pincode of Amjhiri is 451881.
What is the population of Amjhiri?
Amjhiri has a total population of 2,198, including 1,088 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Amjhiri?
There are 441 households in Amjhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Amjhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjhiri is 50.82%. Male literacy is 58.92% and female literacy is 42.88%.