Afjalpur - Bhatkuli, Amravati
Afjalpur is a village situated in the Bhatkuli tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Amravati, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rama serves as the Village Panchayat for Afjalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Afjalpur is 532728. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.67 hectares and falls under the 444802 pincode. Amravati is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Afjalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Afjalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Afjalpur village had a total population of 346 people, including 174 males and 172 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.84%, with male literacy at 92.95% and female literacy at 86.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 145 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Afjalpur
Afjalpur 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 Afjalpur
Afjalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amravati to Afjalpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Afjalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Afjalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Afjalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Afjalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Afjalpur
Where is Afjalpur located?
Afjalpur village is located in Bhatkuli Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Afjalpur?
The Village Panchayat of Afjalpur is Rama.
What is the pincode of Afjalpur?
The pincode of Afjalpur is 444802.
What is the population of Afjalpur?
Afjalpur had a total population of 346, including 174 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Afjalpur?
Afjalpur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Afjalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Afjalpur was 89.84%. Male literacy was 92.95% and female literacy was 86.58%.