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.

Here you can discover what makes Ampala unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Ampala’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 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

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Population of Ampala

According to the 2011 Census, Ampala has a total population of about 681, with approximately 352 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 291 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 129. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.16%, with male literacy at about 80.68% and female literacy near 67.17%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ampala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.