Amjora - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Amjora is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.2 km from Manbazar and around 58 km from Purulia. Bargoria-jamtoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amjora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amjora is 332315. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.78 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Amjora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amjora
As per Census 2011, Amjora village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 114 males and 127 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amjora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 114 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 26 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Amjora
Amjora 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 Amjora
Amjora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Amjora is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Amjora is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amjora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amjora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Amjora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amjora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amjora
Where is Amjora located?
Amjora village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amjora?
The Gram Panchayat of Amjora is Bargoria-jamtoria.
What is the pincode of Amjora?
The pincode of Amjora is 723131.
What is the population of Amjora?
Amjora has a total population of 241, including 114 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Amjora?
There are 46 households in Amjora.
What is the literacy rate in Amjora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amjora is 65.98%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 55.91%.