Amkol
Amkol is a village located in Chauri Chaura tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chauri Chaura (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Aamkol is the gram panchayat of Amkol village.
Here you can discover what makes Amkol unique in its vibrant Chauri Chaura-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Amkol’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amkol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amkol is 185936. The village spans a total geographical area of 191.38 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Amkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Amkol
Population of Amkol
According to the 2011 Census, Amkol has a total population of about 2,074, with approximately 1,044 males and 1,030 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,029 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.80%, with male literacy at about 66.28% and female literacy near 47.18%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amkol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,044 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 151 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 509 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 692 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 352 | 544 |
Connectivity of Amkol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amkol. As per the 2011 stats, Amkol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Amkol
Knowing the nearby villages of Amkol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amkol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amkol
- Where is Amkol located?
- Amkol village is situated in Chauri Chaura Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amkol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Amkol is Aamkol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Amkol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amkol is 2,074, with 1,044 males and 1,030 females.
- How many households are there in Amkol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amkol village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amkol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amkol is 56.80%. The male literacy rate is 66.28%, while the female literacy rate is 47.18%.