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
As per Census 2011, Amarpura village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 338 males and 320 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 658, including 338 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Amarpura?
There are 141 households in Amarpura.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpura is 44.53%. Male literacy is 50.59% and female literacy is 38.13%.