Ambavad - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Ambavad is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Una and around 185 km from Junagadh. Ambavad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambavad is 515315. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.01 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ambavad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambavad
According to the 2011 Census, Ambavad village had a total population of 869 people, including 446 males and 423 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.58%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 72.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 869 | 446 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 51 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 349 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 97 | 137 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambavad
Public transport in the Ambavad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Una to Ambavad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Ambavad is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambavad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambavad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambavad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambavad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambavad
Where is Ambavad located?
Ambavad village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambavad?
Ambavad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambavad?
The pincode of Ambavad is 362560.
What is the population of Ambavad?
Ambavad had a total population of 869, including 446 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Ambavad?
Ambavad had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambavad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambavad was 80.58%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 72.77%.