Ambav - Anklav, Anand
Ambav is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Ambav village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambav is 517135. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.34 hectares and falls under the 388307 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ambav village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambav
As per Census 2011, Ambav village has a total population of 6,257 people, consisting of 3,223 males and 3,034 females. The village has 1,290 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 883 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,184 literate and 2,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambav are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,257 | 3,223 | 3,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 883 | 462 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 4,184 | 2,498 | 1,686 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,073 | 725 | 1,348 |
Nearby Villages of Ambav
Ambav 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 Ambav
Public transport in the Ambav is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anklav to Ambav is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Ambav is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambav
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambav village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambav
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambav 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 Ambav
Where is Ambav located?
Ambav village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambav?
Ambav is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambav?
The pincode of Ambav is 388307.
What is the population of Ambav?
Ambav has a total population of 6,257, including 3,223 males and 3,034 females.
How many households are there in Ambav?
There are 1,290 households in Ambav.
What is the literacy rate in Ambav?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambav is 66.87%. Male literacy is 77.51% and female literacy is 55.57%.