About Amarpur

Situated in Gomati District in Tripura, Amarpur is a calm and serene place. Amarpur is known for its green and tranquil environment. The Amarpur are is mainly inhabited by Bengali people and agriculture is the main occupation of the town.

Demography of Amarpur

Amarpur had a population of 10,863 according to 2001 India Census. 54% males and 46% females constitute the total population of the town. The average literacy rate of Amarpur is 80%. Bangalis, Tripuris, Jamatia, Reangs, Noatias, and Halams tribes are the major inhabitants of the region.

Tourist Places in Amarpur

Surrounded by nature and greenery all around, Amarpur makes a stupendous tourist spot for visitors who want to escape amidst nature. The natural surroundings, the greenery and the serenity of the place is just enough to captivate tourists to the place. So if you happen to be in Amarpur then you can explore the following places here:

Dumboor Lake

Situated at Amarpur, the Dumboor lake is one of the famous tourist spots of Tripura. There are 48 islands dotting the lake. The lake looks like a small drum damboor of lord Shiva and hence the name Dumboor lake.

The lake covers an area of 41 sq km and is the confluence of the Raima and the Surma river. The Dumboor lake area is surrounded by green vegetation and hills which add to the beauty of the lake. Tourists and adventure lovers can enjoy water sports facility here. Boating facilities are also available in the lake. Dumboor lake is also an important bird area. Migratory birds could be seen in the area during winter season. There is a hydel project near the lake where river Gomati originates and this is called Tirthamukh. Pous Sankranti mela is organized on every 14th January near the place.

Debtamura

Debtamura or Deotamura or Chabimura, is another important tourist place in Amarpur. Debtamura is known for having rock carved images of Lord Shiva, Kartika, Vishnu, and Durga. There are also many rock cut images located here which make Debtamura a history lover’s delight.

Mangalchandi Temple

Mangalchandi Temple is a revered temple in Amarpur. Situated at the Gomati river, the temple is dedicated to Mangalchandi. Every year large number of devotees throng the temple to celebrate Makar Sankranti festival here.

Amarsagar Lake

Amarsagar Lake is a wonderful picnic spot in Amarpur. Situated on the banks of Amarsagar, the lake is an artificial one and spans over an area of 20 hectares. The Mangalchandi Temple is situated on the southern bank of the lake.

Fatiksagar

Fatiksagar is a famous tourist attraction of Amarpur. The lake area is a sought after picnic spot for the local people.

Transport Services in Amarpur

Amarpur is situated at a distance of 78 km from Agartala. The transport services in Amarpur is as follows:

By Air: The nearest airport to Amarpur is Agartala airport.

By Rail: The nearest railhead to Amarpur is Agartala railway station.

By Road: Local transport in Amarpur is facilitated by buses, rickshaws and cars.

Emergency Services in Amarpur

An emergency can happen at any time in any moment. The town of Amarpur is always ready to deal with any emergency situation in the town. The town of Amarpur provides providing the citizens with all the emergency facilities like that of hospitals, police stations and fire stations. The following emergency contact numbers can be helpful in case of any emergency situation in Amarpur.

Amarpur Police

For emergency police contact you can dial the following number:

Amarpur SDPO
Phone: 913821-263-258

Amarpur Fire Station

Find below the fire station located in Amarpur

Amarpur fire station
Phone: (03821) 263-245

Disaster Management in Amarpur

Mentioned below is the contact details of Disaster Management Authority in Amarpur

Disaster Management Amarpur
SDM Amarpur
Phone: 03821-263226

Healthcare Services in Amarpur

Following is as list of important health centers and health officials in Amarpur.

Sub Divisional Medical Officer
Dr.Subhendu DebBarma
Amarpur Sub Divisional Hospital
P.O:- Amarpur
Amarpur Gomati Tripura, Pin-799101
Phone: 9612657350
Email: sdmoamarpur@gmail.com

AYUSH Medical Officer (RBSK)
Dr. Arpita Paul
Amarpur Sub Divisional Hospital
P.O:- Amarpur
Amarpur Gomati Tripura, Pin-799101
Phone: 9402576916
Email: sdmoamarpur@gmail.com

Sub Divisional Accounts cum Data Assistant
Subhasish Saha
Amarpur Sub Divisional Hospital
P.O:- Amarpur
Amarpur Gomati Tripura, Pin-799101
Phone: 9402343737
Email: sdmoamarpur@gmail.com

Adolescent Counselor
Mili Sarkar
Amarpur Sub Divisional Hospital
P.O:- Amarpur
Amarpur Gomati Tripura, Pin-799101
Phone: 8014025241
Email: sdmoamarpur@gmail.com

Assistant Hospital Administrator
Swagato Ghosh
Amarpur Sub Divisional Hospital
P.O:- Amarpur
Amarpur Gomati Tripura, Pin-799101
Phone: 9436488649
Email: sdmoamarpur@gmail.com

Amarpur SDH
Phone: 9612657350

Ompi CHC
Phone: 9436470337

Chelagang PHC
Phone: 8414853286

Natunbazar RH
Phone: 9436184945

Silachari PHC
Phone: 8974855190

Tirthamukh PHC
Phone: 9485066762

Karbook PHC
Phone: 9862616014

Public Utility Services in Amarpur

Utility services are services in the form of banks, electricity and postal services. Amarpur also provides the basic public utility services to the people. Below is the list of public utility services in Amarpur.

Banks in Amarpur

Bank services in Amarpur are provided by banks like State Bank of India, United Bank Of India, Canara Bank, and UCO Bank. Contact details of the same are:

State Bank Of India (SBI)
Address: Amarpur, South Tripura
Phone: 03821-263754, 263221
IFSC code: SBIN0006804

United Bank Of India (UBI)
Address: Amarpur, South Tripura
Phone: (03821) 263225
IFSC code: UTBI0AMP912

Canara Bank
Address: Amarpur, South Tripura
IFSC code: CNRB0003953

UCO Bank
Address: Amarpur, South Tripura
Phone: 9436567961
IFSC code: UCBA0002826

Post Offices in Amarpur

Find below the post office located in Amarpur

Post office: Amarpur S.O (South Tripura)
Status: Sub Office(Delivery)
Pincode: 799101
Location: Amarpur Taluk of South Tripura District
Phone: 03821-263233

Electricity Office in Amarpur

Below is the list of electricity contact number in Amarpur:

Electrical Division, Amarpur
Phone: 03821-262082

Electrical Sub-Divn, Amarpur
Phone: 03821-263251

Amarpur Fact File

District: Gomati district
Geographical coordinates: 23.53°N 91.64°E.
Elevation: 24 m
Languages: Bengali, Kokborok, English
PIN: 799101
Phone Code: 03821

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