Amaka - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Amaka is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Amka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amaka is 055736. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.48 hectares and falls under the 244712 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Amaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Amaka
According to the 2011 Census, Amaka village had a total population of 1,688 people, including 903 males and 785 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.04%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 58.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 1,688 | 903 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 600 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 303 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Amaka
Amaka 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 Amaka
Amaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Amaka.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaspur to Amaka is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Amaka is about 80 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 Amaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amaka 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amaka
Where is Amaka located?
Amaka village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Amaka is Amka.
What is the pincode of Amaka?
The pincode of Amaka is 244712.
What is the population of Amaka?
Amaka had a total population of 1,688, including 903 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Amaka?
Amaka had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amaka was 68.04%. Male literacy was 76.05% and female literacy was 58.87%.