Ambala - Mendarda, Junagadh
Ambala is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Ambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambala is 514703. The village covers a total geographical area of 1492.52 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambala
As per Census 2011, Ambala village has a total population of 1,715 people, consisting of 906 males and 809 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,154 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 906 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 104 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 676 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 230 | 331 |
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
Ambala 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 Junagadh to Ambala is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambala
Where is Ambala located?
Ambala village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh 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 362260.
What is the population of Ambala?
Ambala has a total population of 1,715, including 906 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Ambala?
There are 379 households in Ambala.
What is the literacy rate in Ambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambala is 67.29%. Male literacy is 74.61% and female literacy is 59.09%.