Amta is a census town situated in the Amta I Community Development Block within the Uluberia subdivision of the Howrah district in West Bengal, India. The town is positioned approximately 40 kilometers southwest of the state capital, Kolkata.
As a recognized census town, Amta serves as a local hub within its administrative region. It is characterized by its geographical proximity to the metropolitan area of Kolkata while maintaining its distinct identity within the Howrah district.