Amarpuri - Chimur, Chandrapur
Amarpuri is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Amarpuri village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpuri is 540350. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.64 hectares and falls under the 442906 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Amarpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpuri village had a total population of 747 people, including 384 males and 363 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.67%, with male literacy at 89.02% and female literacy at 67.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 747 | 384 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 308 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 76 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpuri
Amarpuri 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 Amarpuri
Public transport in the Amarpuri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Amarpuri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Amarpuri is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amarpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amarpuri
Where is Amarpuri located?
Amarpuri village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Amarpuri?
Amarpuri is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarpuri?
The pincode of Amarpuri is 442906.
What is the population of Amarpuri?
Amarpuri had a total population of 747, including 384 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Amarpuri?
Amarpuri had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpuri was 78.67%. Male literacy was 89.02% and female literacy was 67.78%.