Amar Garh - Khamanon, Fatehgarh Sahib
Amar Garh is a village situated in the Khamanon tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khamanon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Amargarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amar Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amar Garh is 032964. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 141801 pincode. Khamanon is the nearest town.
Amar Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amar Garh
As per Census 2011, Amar Garh village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 270 males and 239 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amar Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 270 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 222 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Amar Garh
Amar Garh 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 Amar Garh
Amar Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Amar Garh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Amar Garh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amar Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amar Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amar Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amar Garh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amar Garh
Where is Amar Garh located?
Amar Garh village is located in Khamanon Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amar Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Amar Garh is Amargarh.
What is the pincode of Amar Garh?
The pincode of Amar Garh is 141801.
What is the population of Amar Garh?
Amar Garh has a total population of 509, including 270 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Amar Garh?
There are 93 households in Amar Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Amar Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amar Garh is 75.83%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 68.62%.