Amarpur - Ramnagar, Nainital
Amarpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chukam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarpur is 055375. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Amarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur village had a total population of 187 people, including 98 males and 89 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 77 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Amarpur 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 Amarpur
Amarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Amarpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Amarpur 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 Amarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amarpur
Where is Amarpur located?
Amarpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur is Chukam.
What is the pincode of Amarpur?
The pincode of Amarpur is 244715.
What is the population of Amarpur?
Amarpur had a total population of 187, including 98 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Amarpur?
Amarpur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarpur was 77.30%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 63.64%.