Amritapur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Amritapur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 89.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Amdole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amritapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amritapur is 316085. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.12 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amritapur 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 Amritapur
As per Census 2011, Amritapur village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 187 males and 185 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amritapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 88 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Amritapur
Amritapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhara | South | 1.04 km |
| Bipra Nandigram | West | 1.31 km |
| Kalahapur | North | 1.38 km |
| Narottampur | East | 1.63 km |
| Baliadanga | South | 1.88 km |
| Lakshmi Narayanpur | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Sankhulia | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Chanchali | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Gopnandigram | West | 2.80 km |
| Aralmath | West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amritapur
Amritapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 Amritapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Amritapur is about 89.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amritapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amritapur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amritapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amritapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amritapur
Where is Amritapur located?
Amritapur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amritapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Amritapur is Amdole.
What is the pincode of Amritapur?
The pincode of Amritapur is 731221.
What is the population of Amritapur?
Amritapur has a total population of 372, including 187 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Amritapur?
There are 91 households in Amritapur.
What is the literacy rate in Amritapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amritapur is 44.62%. Male literacy is 52.94% and female literacy is 36.22%.