Ambaghanta - Danta, Banas Kantha
Ambaghanta is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jasvantgadh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambaghanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaghanta is 507974. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.06 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ambaghanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaghanta
According to the 2011 Census, Ambaghanta village had a total population of 255 people, including 118 males and 137 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.28%, with male literacy at 35.79% and female literacy at 27.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 255 | 118 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 23 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 84 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Ambaghanta
Ambaghanta 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 Ambaghanta
Ambaghanta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Ambaghanta is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Ambaghanta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambaghanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambaghanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambaghanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambaghanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambaghanta
Where is Ambaghanta located?
Ambaghanta village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambaghanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambaghanta is Jasvantgadh.
What is the pincode of Ambaghanta?
The pincode of Ambaghanta is 385120.
What is the population of Ambaghanta?
Ambaghanta had a total population of 255, including 118 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Ambaghanta?
Ambaghanta had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaghanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaghanta was 31.28%. Male literacy was 35.79% and female literacy was 27.00%.