Amni - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Amni is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Amani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amni is 043094. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.52 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Amni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amni
As per Census 2011, Amni village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 108 males and 119 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 150 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 86 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 22 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Amni
Amni 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 Amni
Amni 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Amni is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Amni is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amni
Where is Amni located?
Amni village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amni?
The Gram Panchayat of Amni is Amani.
What is the pincode of Amni?
The pincode of Amni is 249122.
What is the population of Amni?
Amni has a total population of 227, including 108 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Amni?
There are 66 households in Amni.
What is the literacy rate in Amni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amni is 66.08%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 53.78%.