Amraha - Kalsi, Dehradun
Amraha is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Bansaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amraha is 044922. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.56 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Amraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Amraha
According to the 2011 Census, Amraha village had a total population of 240 people, including 123 males and 117 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 75 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Amraha
Amraha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Amraha
Public transport in the Amraha is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Amraha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Amraha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amraha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amraha
Where is Amraha located?
Amraha village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Amraha is Bansaar.
What is the pincode of Amraha?
The pincode of Amraha is 248001.
What is the population of Amraha?
Amraha had a total population of 240, including 123 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Amraha?
Amraha had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amraha was 59.09%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 45.16%.