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
As per Census 2011, Amuwa village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 239 males and 188 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 786 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amuwa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 427, including 239 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Amuwa?
There are 76 households in Amuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Amuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amuwa is 59.95%. Male literacy is 70.71% and female literacy is 46.28%.