Amnan - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Amnan is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from Polba and around 13.7 km from Chinsura. Amnan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amnan is 325173. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.39 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amnan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amnan
As per Census 2011, Amnan village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,105 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,603 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amnan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,177 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 89 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 416 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 105 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 921 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 256 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Amnan
Amnan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Jotchandi | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Barun Napara | East | 1.47 km |
| Kedarnagar | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Paunan | North | 1.54 km |
| Soa | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 1.84 km |
| Ichhpur | West | 1.98 km |
| Kashwara | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Purbba Jalarbheri | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Derui | South-West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amnan
Amnan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hooghly, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Amnan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Amnan is about 13.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amnan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amnan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Amnan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amnan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amnan
Where is Amnan located?
Amnan village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amnan?
Amnan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amnan?
The pincode of Amnan is 712305.
What is the population of Amnan?
Amnan has a total population of 2,282, including 1,177 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Amnan?
There are 540 households in Amnan.
What is the literacy rate in Amnan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amnan is 70.25%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 61.72%.