Amroh - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Amroh is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Amroh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amroh is 031336. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Amroh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amroh
According to the 2011 Census, Amroh village had a total population of 1,034 people, including 510 males and 524 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.29%, with male literacy at 92.05% and female literacy at 84.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 1,034 | 510 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 146 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 417 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 93 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Amroh
Amroh 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 Amroh
Public transport in the Amroh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Amroh is about 93 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 Amroh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amroh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amroh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amroh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amroh
Where is Amroh located?
Amroh village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amroh?
Amroh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amroh?
The pincode of Amroh is 144532.
What is the population of Amroh?
Amroh had a total population of 1,034, including 510 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Amroh?
Amroh had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amroh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amroh was 88.29%. Male literacy was 92.05% and female literacy was 84.60%.