Amra - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Amra is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.5 km from Polba and around 27.2 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amra is 325205. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.48 hectares and falls under the 712149 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Amra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amra
As per Census 2011, Amra village has a total population of 2,888 people, consisting of 1,454 males and 1,434 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,847 literate and 1,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,888 | 1,454 | 1,434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,402 | 704 | 698 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,847 | 1,023 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 431 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Amra
Amra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dampur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Goai | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Haur | South | 1.46 km |
| Hamidpur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Kamrai | West | 1.89 km |
| Deluara | West | 1.95 km |
| Durgadaspur | South | 2.26 km |
| Dwarbasini | East | 2.35 km |
| Maura | West | 2.36 km |
| Bakkeshwar | North | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amra
Amra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sibaichandi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chunchura to Amra is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Amra is about 27.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amra
Where is Amra located?
Amra village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amra?
The Gram Panchayat of Amra is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Amra?
The pincode of Amra is 712149.
What is the population of Amra?
Amra has a total population of 2,888, including 1,454 males and 1,434 females.
How many households are there in Amra?
There are 699 households in Amra.
What is the literacy rate in Amra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amra is 63.95%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 57.46%.