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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Amadau village had a total population of 168 people, including 82 males and 86 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 72.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 168, including 82 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Amadau?
Amadau had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amadau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amadau was 80.00%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 72.60%.