Amarpur Dewara - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Amarpur Dewara is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Amarpura Devara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpur Dewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur Dewara is 456216. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.05 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Amarpur Dewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarpur Dewara
As per Census 2011, Amarpur Dewara village has a total population of 1,559 people, consisting of 839 males and 720 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 430 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpur Dewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 839 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 165 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 101 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 430 | 215 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 401 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 438 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur Dewara
Amarpur Dewara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Banyani | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Bagharwara Medeka | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Manpura Myapur | South | 2.93 km |
| Malhawani | North | 3.60 km |
| Pipro | West | 3.89 km |
| Pipal Kheda Myapur | South | 4.39 km |
| Khadoy | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Chinnodi | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Payaga | North | 5.18 km |
| Kadesara | South-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amarpur Dewara
Amarpur Dewara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pichhore to Amarpur Dewara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Amarpur Dewara is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpur Dewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpur Dewara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amarpur Dewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpur Dewara 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 Amarpur Dewara
Where is Amarpur Dewara located?
Amarpur Dewara village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur Dewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur Dewara is Amarpura Devara.
What is the pincode of Amarpur Dewara?
The pincode of Amarpur Dewara is 473995.
What is the population of Amarpur Dewara?
Amarpur Dewara has a total population of 1,559, including 839 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur Dewara?
There are 370 households in Amarpur Dewara.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur Dewara is 37.46%. Male literacy is 47.79% and female literacy is 25.42%.