Amrabati - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Amrabati is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.4 km from Namkhana and around 116 km from Alipore. Frezarganj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amrabati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amrabati is 335314. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.28 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Amrabati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amrabati
As per Census 2011, Amrabati village has a total population of 6,675 people, consisting of 3,432 males and 3,243 females. The village has 1,478 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 830 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,809 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,959 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amrabati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,675 | 3,432 | 3,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 439 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,959 | 2,045 | 1,914 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,809 | 2,681 | 2,128 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 751 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Amrabati
Amrabati 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 Amrabati
Amrabati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Amrabati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kakdwip to Amrabati is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Amrabati is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amrabati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amrabati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Amrabati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amrabati 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amrabati
Where is Amrabati located?
Amrabati village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amrabati?
The Gram Panchayat of Amrabati is Frezarganj.
What is the pincode of Amrabati?
The pincode of Amrabati is 743357.
What is the population of Amrabati?
Amrabati has a total population of 6,675, including 3,432 males and 3,243 females.
How many households are there in Amrabati?
There are 1,478 households in Amrabati.
What is the literacy rate in Amrabati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amrabati is 72.04%. Male literacy is 78.12% and female literacy is 65.62%.