Ampani - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Ampani is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ampani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ampani is 424073. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ampani 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 Ampani
As per Census 2011, Ampani village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,394 males and 1,299 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 997 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,614 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ampani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,394 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 161 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 187 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,614 | 890 | 724 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 1,013 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 381 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Ampani
Ampani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandagarh | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Badapodaguda | North | 3.18 km |
| Siuni | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Barahadanga | East | 4.55 km |
| Dhobenchanchara | North | 5.83 km |
| Badakenduguda | North | 5.93 km |
| Kendudangari | North-East | 6.05 km |
| Beherensil | East | 6.38 km |
| Kaudola | North-East | 6.96 km |
| Palas | South-East | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ampani
Ampani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.9 km.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Ampani is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ampani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ampani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ampani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ampani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ampani
Where is Ampani located?
Ampani village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ampani?
Ampani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ampani?
The pincode of Ampani is 766028.
What is the population of Ampani?
Ampani has a total population of 2,693, including 1,394 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Ampani?
There are 608 households in Ampani.
What is the literacy rate in Ampani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ampani is 62.98%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 52.58%.