Amapura (Amapur) - Chicholi, Betul

Amapura (Amapur) is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Kursana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amapura (Amapur) village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Amapura (Amapur) is 485727. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.68 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Amapura (Amapur) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Amapura (Amapur)

According to the 2011 Census, Amapura (Amapur) village had a total population of 290 people, including 145 males and 145 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 185.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Category Total Male Female
Total Population290145145
Child Population (0–6 yrs)371918
Scheduled Castes (SC)422319
Scheduled Tribes (ST)1858996
Literate Population1549163
Illiterate Population1365482

Nearby Villages of Amapura (Amapur)

Amapura (Amapur) 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
KursenaNorth2.35 km
AlamgarhSouth-West2.41 km
Kamtha RytSouth-East2.59 km
PadaldaNorth-East3.30 km
AjaiSouth-West3.88 km
ChurniSouth4.54 km
BhurbhurEast5.01 km
NandaraSouth-East6.41 km
ChirapatlaSouth-West6.55 km
Pipal BarraSouth-East6.79 km

Transport and Connectivity of Amapura (Amapur)

Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Amapura (Amapur). The nearest railway station is Bhaironpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationNo-

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chicholi to Amapura (Amapur) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Amapura (Amapur) is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Amapura (Amapur)

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amapura (Amapur) village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 5-10 km
ATMNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 5-10 km

Health Facilities in Amapura (Amapur)

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amapura (Amapur) village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km

FAQs about Amapura (Amapur)

Where is Amapura (Amapur) located?

Amapura (Amapur) village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Amapura (Amapur)?

The Gram Panchayat of Amapura (Amapur) is Kursana.

What is the pincode of Amapura (Amapur)?

The pincode of Amapura (Amapur) is 460330.

What is the population of Amapura (Amapur)?

Amapura (Amapur) had a total population of 290, including 145 males and 145 females.

How many households are there in Amapura (Amapur)?

Amapura (Amapur) had 68 households.

What is the literacy rate in Amapura (Amapur)?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amapura (Amapur) was 60.87%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 49.61%.