Amehta - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Amehta is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Amehta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amehta is 204257. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.6 hectares and falls under the 233223 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town.
Amehta 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 Amehta
As per Census 2011, Amehta village has a total population of 2,869 people, consisting of 1,391 males and 1,478 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,815 literate and 1,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amehta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,391 | 1,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 161 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 175 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,815 | 1,017 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,054 | 374 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Amehta
Amehta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuruddinpur | North-West | 0.77 km |
| Narhar Chak | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Surybhan Chak | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Alimapur | North | 1.27 km |
| Sidhauna | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Tekuri | West | 1.45 km |
| Babhnoli Khurd | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Nagariya | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Araji Yusufpur | East | 1.67 km |
| Duduhan | South-West | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amehta
Amehta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rajawari, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Amehta is about 50 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 Amehta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amehta 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 Amehta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amehta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amehta
Where is Amehta located?
Amehta village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amehta?
Amehta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amehta?
The pincode of Amehta is 233223.
What is the population of Amehta?
Amehta has a total population of 2,869, including 1,391 males and 1,478 females.
How many households are there in Amehta?
There are 386 households in Amehta.
What is the literacy rate in Amehta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amehta is 63.26%. Male literacy is 73.11% and female literacy is 53.99%.