Amawa - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Amawa is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Tighara Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amawa is 186378. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.19 hectares and falls under the 273413 pincode. Basgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Amawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Amawa
Amawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tighara Khurd Ah. | South-West | 0.49 km |
| Nauniya | North | 1.02 km |
| Tendua | West | 1.12 km |
| Deodar Gopalpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Kusha | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Tal Dohar | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Chaksatahwa | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Anandipur | West | 1.71 km |
| Majhwa | South | 1.73 km |
| Haraiya | East | 1.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amawa
Amawa 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 Chauri Chaura, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Basgaon to Amawa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Amawa is about 36 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 Amawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amawa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amawa
Where is Amawa located?
Amawa village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amawa is Tighara Khurd.
What is the pincode of Amawa?
The pincode of Amawa is 273413.