Ameda - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Ameda is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Ameda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ameda is 204187. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.07 hectares and falls under the 233221 pincode.
Ameda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ameda
As per Census 2011, Ameda village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,044 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ameda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,115 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 162 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 74 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 630 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 485 | 591 |
Nearby Villages of Ameda
Ameda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahechanpur | West | 0.95 km |
| Arazi Ameda | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Bawriya | South | 1.04 km |
| Darbepur | East | 1.19 km |
| Anori | North | 1.36 km |
| Lara | North | 1.47 km |
| Dadra | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Tandwa | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Dhara | South | 1.65 km |
| Parsawa | North-West | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ameda
Ameda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Faridaha Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ghazipur to Ameda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ameda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ameda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ameda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ameda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ameda
Where is Ameda located?
Ameda village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ameda?
Ameda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ameda?
The pincode of Ameda is 233221.
What is the population of Ameda?
Ameda has a total population of 2,159, including 1,115 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Ameda?
There are 360 households in Ameda.
What is the literacy rate in Ameda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ameda is 50.16%. Male literacy is 56.50% and female literacy is 43.39%.