Amarpura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Amarpura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Dhilari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpura is 458409. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.17 hectares and falls under the 471408 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Amarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpura village had a total population of 658 people, including 338 males and 320 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.24%, with male literacy at 63.10% and female literacy at 48.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 Population | 658 | 338 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 171 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 167 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpura
Amarpura 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 Amarpura
Amarpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Amarpura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Amarpura is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amarpura
Where is Amarpura located?
Amarpura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpura is Dhilari.
What is the pincode of Amarpura?
The pincode of Amarpura is 471408.
What is the population of Amarpura?
Amarpura had a total population of 658, including 338 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Amarpura?
Amarpura had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpura was 56.24%. Male literacy was 63.10% and female literacy was 48.80%.