Ambala - Becharaji, Mahesana
Ambala is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Ambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambala is 509566. The village covers a total geographical area of 726.7 hectares and falls under the 384415 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambala
As per Census 2011, Ambala village has a total population of 2,155 people, consisting of 1,086 males and 1,069 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,086 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 919 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 167 | 354 |
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 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 Becharaji to Ambala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Ambala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambala
Where is Ambala located?
Ambala village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana 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 384415.
What is the population of Ambala?
Ambala has a total population of 2,155, including 1,086 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Ambala?
There are 455 households in Ambala.
What is the literacy rate in Ambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambala is 75.82%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 66.88%.