Amgaon - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Amgaon is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Yamkeshwar and around 143 km from Pauri. Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amgaon is 048802. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.18 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Amgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amgaon
As per Census 2011, Amgaon village has a total population of 154 people, consisting of 79 males and 75 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Amgaon
Amgaon 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 Amgaon
Amgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Amgaon is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Amgaon is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Amgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amgaon
Where is Amgaon located?
Amgaon village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Amgaon is Kandi.
What is the pincode of Amgaon?
The pincode of Amgaon is 246121.
What is the population of Amgaon?
Amgaon has a total population of 154, including 79 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Amgaon?
There are 35 households in Amgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Amgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amgaon is 82.47%. Male literacy is 84.81% and female literacy is 80.00%.