Amaru

Amaru is a village located in Balarampur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.5km away from sub-district headquarter Balarampur (tehsildar office) and 34.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Darda is the gram panchayat of Amaru village.

Amaru has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Amaru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amaru is 331721. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723143. Balarampur is nearest town to Amaru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Amaru

Below is a concise population overview of Amaru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 647 335 312
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 48 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 199 98 101
Literate Population 322 207 115
Illiterate Population 325 128 197

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amaru village:

  • The total population of Amaru village is around 647, including approximately 335 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Amaru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amaru village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 199 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Amaru village is about 49.77%, with male literacy at 61.79% and female literacy at 36.86%.
  • There are around 114 households in Amaru village.

Connectivity of Amaru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amaru. As per the 2011 stats, Amaru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Amaru

Knowing the nearby villages of Amaru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amaru.

Kadamdih Darda Burudih Juradih Domantar Berma Bela Neudih Brindabanpur Baraha Chatarma Malti

Frequently Asked Questions about Amaru

Where is Amaru located?
Amaru village is situated in Balarampur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Amaru is Darda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Amaru?
The pincode of Amaru is 723143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Amaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amaru is 647, with 335 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Amaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amaru village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amaru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amaru is 49.77%. The male literacy rate is 61.79%, while the female literacy rate is 36.86%.