Amdol - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Amdol is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 94.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Amdole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amdol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amdol is 316089. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.84 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Amdol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amdol
As per Census 2011, Amdol village has a total population of 5,976 people, consisting of 3,069 males and 2,907 females. The village has 1,477 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 936 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,179 literate and 3,797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,649 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amdol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,976 | 3,069 | 2,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 936 | 468 | 468 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,649 | 841 | 808 |
| Literate Population | 2,179 | 1,232 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,797 | 1,837 | 1,960 |
Nearby Villages of Amdol
Amdol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankhulia | South | 1.39 km |
| Hosenpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Bandhaipur | West | 1.90 km |
| Sidhari | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Harispur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Gopalnagar | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Kusumgachhi | East | 2.64 km |
| Kalahapur | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kalitara | West | 2.86 km |
| Dalima | West | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amdol
Amdol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajgram, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Amdol is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Amdol is about 94.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amdol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amdol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amdol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amdol 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amdol
Where is Amdol located?
Amdol village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amdol?
The Gram Panchayat of Amdol is Amdole.
What is the pincode of Amdol?
The pincode of Amdol is 731221.
What is the population of Amdol?
Amdol has a total population of 5,976, including 3,069 males and 2,907 females.
How many households are there in Amdol?
There are 1,477 households in Amdol.
What is the literacy rate in Amdol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amdol is 36.46%. Male literacy is 40.14% and female literacy is 32.58%.