Amjhhara - Bichhiwara, Dungarpur
Amjhhara is a village situated in the Bichhiwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 39 km from Dungarpur and around 39 km from Dungarpur. Amajara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amjhhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjhhara is 097470. The village covers a total geographical area of 476 hectares and falls under the 314801 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Amjhhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amjhhara
According to the 2011 Census, Amjhhara village had a total population of 2,525 people, including 1,265 males and 1,260 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.67%, with male literacy at 67.95% and female literacy at 43.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,351.
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 | 2,525 | 1,265 | 1,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 276 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,351 | 1,179 | 1,172 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 672 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,425 | 593 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Amjhhara
Amjhhara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palpadar | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Nai Basti Jheejhwa | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Rojela | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Bokhla Pal | East | 4.36 km |
| Barothi With Chak | South | 4.47 km |
| Peethapur | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Bhagora Phala | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Kherwara | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Sabli | East | 5.78 km |
| Kanbai Chak No. 2 | North-West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amjhhara
Public transport in the Amjhhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bechhiwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dungarpur to Amjhhara is about 39 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 Amjhhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjhhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amjhhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjhhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amjhhara
Where is Amjhhara located?
Amjhhara village is located in Bichhiwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amjhhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Amjhhara is Amajara.
What is the pincode of Amjhhara?
The pincode of Amjhhara is 314801.
What is the population of Amjhhara?
Amjhhara had a total population of 2,525, including 1,265 males and 1,260 females.
How many households are there in Amjhhara?
Amjhhara had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amjhhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjhhara was 55.67%. Male literacy was 67.95% and female literacy was 43.36%.