Amirgarh - Sironj, Vidisha
Amirgarh is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Amirghad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amirgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amirgarh is 480763. The village covers a total geographical area of 2318.84 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Amirgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amirgarh
As per Census 2011, Amirgarh village has a total population of 2,680 people, consisting of 1,434 males and 1,246 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,055 literate and 1,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amirgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,680 | 1,434 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 290 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 700 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 734 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Amirgarh
Amirgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra Bamora | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Paikoli | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Barkheda Hargan | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Sugan Yai | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Bans Khedi | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Hinotiya Bazirnagar | East | 4.17 km |
| Naukheda | West | 4.29 km |
| Dongra | North | 4.53 km |
| Garetha | South | 4.60 km |
| Bhokari | West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amirgarh
Amirgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahatwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| 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 Sironj to Amirgarh is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Amirgarh is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amirgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amirgarh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amirgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amirgarh 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 Amirgarh
Where is Amirgarh located?
Amirgarh village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amirgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Amirgarh is Amirghad.
What is the pincode of Amirgarh?
The pincode of Amirgarh is 464228.
What is the population of Amirgarh?
Amirgarh has a total population of 2,680, including 1,434 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Amirgarh?
There are 452 households in Amirgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Amirgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amirgarh is 39.37%. Male literacy is 48.81% and female literacy is 28.49%.