Amblun - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Amblun is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Amblun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amblun is 508581. The village covers a total geographical area of 625.5 hectares and falls under the 385555 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Amblun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amblun
According to the 2011 Census, Amblun village had a total population of 1,533 people, including 802 males and 731 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 53.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279.
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 | 1,533 | 802 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 524 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 278 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Amblun
Amblun 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 Amblun
Public transport in the Amblun 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Amblun is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Amblun is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amblun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amblun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amblun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amblun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amblun
Where is Amblun located?
Amblun village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amblun?
Amblun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amblun?
The pincode of Amblun is 385555.
What is the population of Amblun?
Amblun had a total population of 1,533, including 802 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Amblun?
Amblun had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amblun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amblun was 66.33%. Male literacy was 78.33% and female literacy was 53.13%.