Amarpur
Amarpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 6.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Sugandha is the gram panchayat of Amarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Amarpur unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Amarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amarpur is 325184. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.31 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Amarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Amarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Amarpur
Population of Amarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Amarpur has a total population of about 1,156, with approximately 564 males and 592 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 189. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.41%, with male literacy at about 83.87% and female literacy near 75.17%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,156 | 564 | 592 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
Literate Population | 918 | 473 | 445 |
Illiterate Population | 238 | 91 | 147 |
Connectivity of Amarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Amarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Amarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Amarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amarpur
- Where is Amarpur located?
- Amarpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Amarpur is Sugandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amarpur is 1,156, with 564 males and 592 females.
- How many households are there in Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amarpur village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amarpur is 79.41%. The male literacy rate is 83.87%, while the female literacy rate is 75.17%.