Amarbar - Sabang, Paschim Medinipur
Amarbar is a village situated in the Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Narayanbarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarbar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarbar is 342912. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.4 hectares and falls under the 721144 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Amarbar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amarbar
According to the 2011 Census, Amarbar village had a total population of 266 people, including 139 males and 127 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.58%, with male literacy at 98.35% and female literacy at 86.11%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 119 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Amarbar
Amarbar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Amarbar
Amarbar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Amarbar is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarbar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarbar 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 Amarbar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarbar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amarbar
Where is Amarbar located?
Amarbar village is located in Sabang Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarbar?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarbar is Narayanbarh.
What is the pincode of Amarbar?
The pincode of Amarbar is 721144.
What is the population of Amarbar?
Amarbar had a total population of 266, including 139 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Amarbar?
Amarbar had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amarbar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarbar was 92.58%. Male literacy was 98.35% and female literacy was 86.11%.