Ambadi - Umarpada, Surat
Ambadi is a village situated in the Umarpada taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarpada and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Jumawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambadi is 523941. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.14 hectares and falls under the 394445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ambadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ambadi village had a total population of 622 people, including 316 males and 306 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.11%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 72.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 619.
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 | 622 | 316 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 619 | 314 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 238 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Ambadi
Ambadi 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 Ambadi
Ambadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ambadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Ambadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Ambadi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambadi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ambadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambadi
Where is Ambadi located?
Ambadi village is located in Umarpada Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambadi is Jumawadi.
What is the pincode of Ambadi?
The pincode of Ambadi is 394445.
What is the population of Ambadi?
Ambadi had a total population of 622, including 316 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Ambadi?
Ambadi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambadi was 79.11%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 72.18%.