Amathaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Amathaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amathaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amathaguda is 424379. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Amathaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amathaguda
As per Census 2011, Amathaguda village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 151 males and 167 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amathaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 151 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 50 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 78 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Amathaguda
Amathaguda 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 Amathaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Amathaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Amathaguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amathaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amathaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amathaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amathaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amathaguda
Where is Amathaguda located?
Amathaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amathaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Amathaguda is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Amathaguda?
The pincode of Amathaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Amathaguda?
Amathaguda has a total population of 318, including 151 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Amathaguda?
There are 80 households in Amathaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Amathaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amathaguda is 38.68%. Male literacy is 48.34% and female literacy is 29.94%.