Amarpura - Lunkaransar, Bikaner
Amarpura is a village situated in the Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lunkaransar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Dhani Pandusar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpura is 069327. The village covers a total geographical area of 4544 hectares and falls under the 334603 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Amarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarpura
As per Census 2011, Amarpura village has a total population of 2,365 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,149 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 1,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,365 | 1,216 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 208 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 138 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 824 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 392 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpura
Amarpura 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 Amarpura
Public transport in the Amarpura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Amarpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Amarpura is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpura 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 Amarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Amarpura
Where is Amarpura located?
Amarpura village is located in Lunkaransar Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpura is Dhani Pandusar.
What is the pincode of Amarpura?
The pincode of Amarpura is 334603.
What is the population of Amarpura?
Amarpura has a total population of 2,365, including 1,216 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Amarpura?
There are 345 households in Amarpura.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpura is 54.67%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 40.82%.