Amira

Amira is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.85km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 36.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sarisa is the gram panchayat of Amira village.

Amira has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Amira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amira is 334466. The village spans a total geographical area of 118.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Amira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Amira village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Amira

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,388 1,214 1,174
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 140 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 3 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,719 930 789
Illiterate Population 669 284 385

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

  • The total population of Amira village is around 2,388, including approximately 1,214 males and 1,174 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Amira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amira village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Amira village is about 71.98%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 67.21%.
  • There are around 569 households in Amira village.

Connectivity of Amira

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

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

Nearby Villages of Amira

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

Bangla Khorda Pitambara Hinchabaria Panchsata Tapha Khamarkur Bhushna Kamarpol Rekha Chandnagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Amira

Where is Amira located?
Amira village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amira?
The Gram Panchayat of Amira is Sarisa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Amira?
The pincode of Amira is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Amira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amira is 2,388, with 1,214 males and 1,174 females.
How many households are there in Amira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amira village has a total of 569 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amira is 71.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.61%, while the female literacy rate is 67.21%.