Amaraula - Astaranga, Puri
Amaraula is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kendrapati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amaraula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amaraula is 409227. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Amaraula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amaraula
As per Census 2011, Amaraula village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 217 males and 193 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amaraula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 217 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 172 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 45 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Amaraula
Amaraula 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 Amaraula
Amaraula is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nimapada to Amaraula is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Amaraula 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 Amaraula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amaraula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amaraula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amaraula 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amaraula
Where is Amaraula located?
Amaraula village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amaraula?
The Gram Panchayat of Amaraula is Kendrapati.
What is the pincode of Amaraula?
The pincode of Amaraula is 752109.
What is the population of Amaraula?
Amaraula has a total population of 410, including 217 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Amaraula?
There are 89 households in Amaraula.
What is the literacy rate in Amaraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amaraula is 72.93%. Male literacy is 79.26% and female literacy is 65.80%.