Amuwa - Shahnagar, Panna
Amuwa is a village situated in the Shahnagar tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Bisani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amuwa is 459406. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.74 hectares and falls under the 488448 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Amuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Amuwa village had a total population of 427 people, including 239 males and 188 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 787 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.37%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 51.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 427 | 239 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 169 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 70 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Amuwa
Amuwa 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 Amuwa
Amuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Katni to Amuwa is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Amuwa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amuwa
Where is Amuwa located?
Amuwa village is located in Shahnagar Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amuwa is Bisani.
What is the pincode of Amuwa?
The pincode of Amuwa is 488448.
What is the population of Amuwa?
Amuwa had a total population of 427, including 239 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Amuwa?
Amuwa had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amuwa was 67.37%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 51.79%.