Amati - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Amati is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chandrikapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amati is 495458. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.16 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Lodhikheda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Amati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amati
According to the 2011 Census, Amati village had a total population of 386 people, including 192 males and 194 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.17%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 60.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 386 | 192 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 164 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 126 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Amati
Amati 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 Amati
Amati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lodhikheda to Amati is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Amati is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amati 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amati 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amati
Where is Amati located?
Amati village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amati?
The Gram Panchayat of Amati is Chandrikapur.
What is the pincode of Amati?
The pincode of Amati is 480111.
What is the population of Amati?
Amati had a total population of 386, including 192 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Amati?
Amati had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amati was 67.17%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 60.25%.