Amjor - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Amjor is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bandigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amjor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjor is 424120. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Amjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amjor
As per Census 2011, Amjor village has a total population of 1,755 people, consisting of 888 males and 867 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 777 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amjor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,755 | 888 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 138 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 399 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 447 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 441 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Amjor
Amjor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naikaniguma | South | 1.63 km |
| Kandabutura | West | 1.84 km |
| Bandigaon | East | 2.10 km |
| Rengalpali | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Mohanguda | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Dulkibandh | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Bhejiguda | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Kadlibahali | South | 3.86 km |
| Gatabandha | North | 4.01 km |
| Gungunia | North-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amjor
Amjor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Amjor is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Amjor is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amjor
Where is Amjor located?
Amjor village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjor?
The Gram Panchayat of Amjor is Bandigaon.
What is the pincode of Amjor?
The pincode of Amjor is 766017.
What is the population of Amjor?
Amjor has a total population of 1,755, including 888 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Amjor?
There are 399 households in Amjor.
What is the literacy rate in Amjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjor is 39.60%. Male literacy is 50.34% and female literacy is 28.60%.