Amrawas - Chohtan, Barmer
Amrawas is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Konra Vilayatshah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amrawas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrawas is 088810. The village covers a total geographical area of 727 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Amrawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrawas
As per Census 2011, Amrawas village has a total population of 836 people, consisting of 430 males and 406 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 836 | 430 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 314 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 203 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 227 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Amrawas
Amrawas 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 Amrawas
Public transport in the Amrawas is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Amrawas is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amrawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrawas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amrawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrawas
Where is Amrawas located?
Amrawas village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amrawas?
The Gram Panchayat of Amrawas is Konra Vilayatshah.
What is the pincode of Amrawas?
The pincode of Amrawas is 344702.
What is the population of Amrawas?
Amrawas has a total population of 836, including 430 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Amrawas?
There are 117 households in Amrawas.
What is the literacy rate in Amrawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrawas is 35.17%. Male literacy is 47.21% and female literacy is 22.41%.