Ambedem - Satari, North Goa
Ambedem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Nagargao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambedem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambedem is 626803. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.27 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Ambedem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambedem
According to the 2011 Census, Ambedem village had a total population of 272 people, including 132 males and 140 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.65%, with male literacy at 96.61% and female literacy at 88.98%.
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 | 272 | 132 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Ambedem
Ambedem 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 Ambedem
Public transport in the Ambedem is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Ambedem is about 61 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 Ambedem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambedem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambedem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambedem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambedem
Where is Ambedem located?
Ambedem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambedem?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambedem is Nagargao.
What is the pincode of Ambedem?
The pincode of Ambedem is 403506.
What is the population of Ambedem?
Ambedem had a total population of 272, including 132 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Ambedem?
Ambedem had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambedem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambedem was 92.65%. Male literacy was 96.61% and female literacy was 88.98%.