Amwa - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Amwa is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Amwa Mehant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amwa is 189555. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.87 hectares and falls under the 274409 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Amwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amwa
As per Census 2011, Amwa village has a total population of 1,486 people, consisting of 696 males and 790 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 120 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,486 | 696 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 143 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 460 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 236 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Amwa
Amwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogia Hichharai | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Belwachhit Urf Kajipur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Pipra Kanak | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Deoria Bishundayal | North | 1.60 km |
| Patherwa | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Jogia Shomli Patti | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Jogia Bichli Patti | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Mahuawa | North | 1.94 km |
| Matluk Chapar | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Chain Patti | South-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amwa
Amwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gauri Sriram, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Amwa is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Amwa is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amwa
Where is Amwa located?
Amwa village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Amwa is Amwa Mehant.
What is the pincode of Amwa?
The pincode of Amwa is 274409.
What is the population of Amwa?
Amwa has a total population of 1,486, including 696 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Amwa?
There are 217 households in Amwa.
What is the literacy rate in Amwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amwa is 56.46%. Male literacy is 66.09% and female literacy is 47.97%.