Ampala
Ampala is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 10.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rajhat is the gram panchayat of Ampala village.
Ampala 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 Ampala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ampala is 325181. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.72 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Ampala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ampala 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 Ampala
Population of Ampala
Below is a concise population overview of Ampala 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 | 681 | 352 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 149 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 284 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ampala village:
- The total population of Ampala village is around 681, including approximately 352 males and 329 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Ampala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ampala village has 291 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ampala village is about 74.16%, with male literacy at 80.68% and female literacy at 67.17%.
- There are around 157 households in Ampala village.
Connectivity of Ampala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ampala. As per the 2011 stats, Ampala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ampala
Knowing the nearby villages of Ampala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ampala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ampala
- Where is Ampala located?
- Ampala village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ampala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ampala is Rajhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Ampala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ampala is 681, with 352 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Ampala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ampala village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ampala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ampala is 74.16%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 67.17%.