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)
As per Census 2011, Amapura (Amapur) village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 145 males and 145 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amapura (Amapur) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 145 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 91 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 54 | 82 |
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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kursena | North | 2.35 km |
| Alamgarh | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kamtha Ryt | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Padalda | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Ajai | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Churni | South | 4.54 km |
| Bhurbhur | East | 5.01 km |
| Nandara | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Chirapatla | South-West | 6.55 km |
| Pipal Barra | South-East | 6.79 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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 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 Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available 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 Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available 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) has a total population of 290, including 145 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Amapura (Amapur)?
There are 68 households in Amapura (Amapur).
What is the literacy rate in Amapura (Amapur)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amapura (Amapur) is 53.10%. Male literacy is 62.76% and female literacy is 43.45%.