Amatha - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Amatha is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Faranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amatha is 423908. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Amatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amatha
As per Census 2011, Amatha village has a total population of 2,221 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,135 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 1,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amatha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,221 | 1,086 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 161 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 313 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 184 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 651 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 435 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Amatha
Amatha 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 Amatha
Amatha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junagarh to Amatha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Amatha is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amatha
Where is Amatha located?
Amatha village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Amatha is Faranga.
What is the pincode of Amatha?
The pincode of Amatha is 766029.
What is the population of Amatha?
Amatha has a total population of 2,221, including 1,086 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Amatha?
There are 588 households in Amatha.
What is the literacy rate in Amatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amatha is 49.66%. Male literacy is 59.94% and female literacy is 39.82%.