Ambos - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Ambos is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Ambos village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambos is 522319. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.93 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Ambos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ambos
According to the 2011 Census, Ambos village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 533 males and 554 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.84%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 56.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,054.
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 | 1,087 | 533 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,054 | 516 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 356 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 177 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Ambos
Ambos 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 Ambos
Ambos is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Bharuch to Ambos is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambos village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambos
Where is Ambos located?
Ambos village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambos?
Ambos is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambos?
The pincode of Ambos is 393110.
What is the population of Ambos?
Ambos had a total population of 1,087, including 533 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Ambos?
Ambos had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambos was 66.84%. Male literacy was 77.22% and female literacy was 56.94%.