Ambikapur - Margherita, Tinsukia
Ambikapur is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Brahmajan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambikapur is 290837. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.67 hectares and falls under the 786174 pincode. Digboi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ambikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ambikapur village had a total population of 1,551 people, including 807 males and 744 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.72%, with male literacy at 55.88% and female literacy at 45.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,551 | 807 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 666 | 380 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 427 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Ambikapur
Ambikapur 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 Ambikapur
Public transport in the Ambikapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ambikapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digboi to Ambikapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Ambikapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ambikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambikapur
Where is Ambikapur located?
Ambikapur village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambikapur is Brahmajan.
What is the pincode of Ambikapur?
The pincode of Ambikapur is 786174.
What is the population of Ambikapur?
Ambikapur had a total population of 1,551, including 807 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Ambikapur?
Ambikapur had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambikapur was 50.72%. Male literacy was 55.88% and female literacy was 45.18%.