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.
Amarpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Amarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amarpur village:
- The total population of Amarpur village is around 1,156, including approximately 564 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Amarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Amarpur village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 189 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Amarpur village is about 79.41%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 75.17%.
- There are around 285 households in Amarpur village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.