Amulia - Deganga, North 24 Parganas
Amulia is a village situated in the Deganga subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.7 km from Deganga. Amulia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amulia is 323363. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.5 hectares and falls under the 743424 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Amulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deganga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amulia
As per Census 2011, Amulia village has a total population of 4,443 people, consisting of 2,242 males and 2,201 females. The village has 987 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,012 literate and 1,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 638 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,443 | 2,242 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 308 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,012 | 1,597 | 1,415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 645 | 786 |
Nearby Villages of Amulia
Amulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subarnapur | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Baruni | West | 1.63 km |
| Patharghata | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Barunipunji | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Muraridanga | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Manjilhati | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Khanpur | West | 2.36 km |
| Matikumra | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Bashbaruni | South | 2.67 km |
| Baruihati | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amulia
Amulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhasila, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Amulia is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amulia
Where is Amulia located?
Amulia village is located in Deganga Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amulia?
Amulia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amulia?
The pincode of Amulia is 743424.
What is the population of Amulia?
Amulia has a total population of 4,443, including 2,242 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Amulia?
There are 987 households in Amulia.
What is the literacy rate in Amulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amulia is 67.79%. Male literacy is 71.23% and female literacy is 64.29%.