Ampokhra - Ramnagar, Nainital
Ampokhra is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Bhawanipur Khulbe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ampokhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ampokhra is 055354. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.71 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ampokhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ampokhra
According to the 2011 Census, Ampokhra village had a total population of 333 people, including 166 males and 167 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 73.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 333 | 166 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 115 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 51 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Ampokhra
Ampokhra 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 Ampokhra
Ampokhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ampokhra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Ampokhra is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Ampokhra is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ampokhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ampokhra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ampokhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ampokhra 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ampokhra
Where is Ampokhra located?
Ampokhra village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ampokhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Ampokhra is Bhawanipur Khulbe.
What is the pincode of Ampokhra?
The pincode of Ampokhra is 244715.
What is the population of Ampokhra?
Ampokhra had a total population of 333, including 166 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Ampokhra?
Ampokhra had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ampokhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ampokhra was 77.66%. Male literacy was 81.56% and female literacy was 73.76%.