Amarkola - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Amarkola is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Ghasipura and around 95 km from Kendujhar. Daradipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarkola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarkola is 386939. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 758025 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Amarkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarkola
According to the 2011 Census, Amarkola village had a total population of 130 people, including 68 males and 62 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 58.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 62 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 6 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Amarkola
Amarkola 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 Amarkola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Amarkola.
| 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 Anandapur to Amarkola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Amarkola is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amarkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amarkola
Where is Amarkola located?
Amarkola village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amarkola?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarkola is Daradipal.
What is the pincode of Amarkola?
The pincode of Amarkola is 758025.
What is the population of Amarkola?
Amarkola had a total population of 130, including 68 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Amarkola?
Amarkola had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarkola was 79.17%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 58.93%.