Amao - Ballia
Amao is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Amao village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amao is 198968. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.32 hectares and falls under the 277501 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Amao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amao
As per Census 2011, Amao village has a total population of 3,224 people, consisting of 1,679 males and 1,545 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 472 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,117 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 694 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amao are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,224 | 1,679 | 1,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 229 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 359 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,117 | 1,249 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 430 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Amao
Amao 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | North-East | 0.85 km |
| Jajar Adai | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Shahpur Mutlke Amao | North | 1.01 km |
| Bharouli Khas | South | 1.28 km |
| Mohiuddinpur Mutkle Amaw | East | 1.35 km |
| Gangbarar Govindpur | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Kharika | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Umarpur | North | 1.52 km |
| Baghouna Khurd | West | 1.52 km |
| Fatehpur | North | 1.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amao
Amao is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Buxar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ballia to Amao is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Amao is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amao village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amao
Where is Amao located?
Amao village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amao?
Amao is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amao?
The pincode of Amao is 277501.
What is the population of Amao?
Amao has a total population of 3,224, including 1,679 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Amao?
There are 481 households in Amao.
What is the literacy rate in Amao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amao is 65.66%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 56.18%.