Amjhiri - Sendhwa, Barwani
Amjhiri is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Amjhiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjhiri is 478641. The village covers a total geographical area of 930.97 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Sendhawa 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 2,789 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,369 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 2,279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amjhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,789 | 1,420 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 340 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,687 | 1,369 | 1,318 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 288 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,279 | 1,132 | 1,147 |
Nearby Villages of Amjhiri
Amjhiri 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 Amjhiri
Amjhiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sendhwa to Amjhiri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Amjhiri is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amjhiri
Where is Amjhiri located?
Amjhiri village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjhiri?
Amjhiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amjhiri?
The pincode of Amjhiri is 451666.
What is the population of Amjhiri?
Amjhiri has a total population of 2,789, including 1,420 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Amjhiri?
There are 383 households in Amjhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Amjhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjhiri is 18.29%. Male literacy is 20.28% and female literacy is 16.22%.