Amadau - Dhari, Nainital
Amadau is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Amdau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amadau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amadau is 054965. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.06 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Amadau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amadau
As per Census 2011, Amadau village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 82 males and 86 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amadau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Amadau
Amadau 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 Amadau
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Amadau.
| 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 Bhimtal to Amadau is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Amadau is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amadau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amadau 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amadau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amadau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amadau
Where is Amadau located?
Amadau village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amadau?
The Gram Panchayat of Amadau is Amdau.
What is the pincode of Amadau?
The pincode of Amadau is 263136.
What is the population of Amadau?
Amadau has a total population of 168, including 82 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Amadau?
There are 26 households in Amadau.
What is the literacy rate in Amadau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amadau is 66.67%. Male literacy is 71.95% and female literacy is 61.63%.