Ambala - Jodiya, Jamnagar
Ambala is a village situated in the Jodiya taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jodiya and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Ambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambala is 513696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1391.13 hectares and falls under the 363655 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ambala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambala
As per Census 2011, Ambala village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 336 males and 310 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 336 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 238 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 98 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Ambala
Ambala 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 Ambala
Public transport in the Ambala 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 Morvi to Ambala is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Ambala 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 Ambala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambala 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 Ambala
Where is Ambala located?
Ambala village is located in Jodiya Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambala?
Ambala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambala?
The pincode of Ambala is 363655.
What is the population of Ambala?
Ambala has a total population of 646, including 336 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Ambala?
There are 150 households in Ambala.
What is the literacy rate in Ambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambala is 60.68%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 49.68%.