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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Amarpuri village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 384 males and 363 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 531 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpuri are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Amarpuri?
Amarpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amarpuri?
The pincode of Amarpuri is 442906.
What is the population of Amarpuri?
Amarpuri has a total population of 747, including 384 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Amarpuri?
There are 204 households in Amarpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpuri is 71.08%. Male literacy is 80.21% and female literacy is 61.43%.