Amoda - Basoda, Vidisha
Amoda is a village situated in the Basoda tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basoda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Mehmuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amoda is 481138. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 464221 pincode. Basoda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Amoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amoda
As per Census 2011, Amoda village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 351 males and 331 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 351 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 146 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 179 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 172 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Amoda
Amoda 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 Amoda
Amoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Basoda to Amoda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Amoda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amoda
Where is Amoda located?
Amoda village is located in Basoda Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Amoda is Mehmuda.
What is the pincode of Amoda?
The pincode of Amoda is 464221.
What is the population of Amoda?
Amoda has a total population of 682, including 351 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Amoda?
There are 137 households in Amoda.
What is the literacy rate in Amoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amoda is 43.11%. Male literacy is 51.00% and female literacy is 34.74%.