Amba Talat - Dharampur, Valsad
Amba Talat is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Amba Talat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amba Talat is 523332. The village covers a total geographical area of 1856.07 hectares and falls under the 396051 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Amba Talat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amba Talat
As per Census 2011, Amba Talat village has a total population of 5,679 people, consisting of 2,823 males and 2,856 females. The village has 1,098 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,909 literate and 2,770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amba Talat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,679 | 2,823 | 2,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 363 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,630 | 2,794 | 2,836 |
| Literate Population | 2,909 | 1,618 | 1,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,770 | 1,205 | 1,565 |
Nearby Villages of Amba Talat
Amba Talat 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 Amba Talat
Amba Talat 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Amba Talat is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Amba Talat is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amba Talat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amba Talat 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 Amba Talat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amba Talat 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amba Talat
Where is Amba Talat located?
Amba Talat village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba Talat?
Amba Talat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amba Talat?
The pincode of Amba Talat is 396051.
What is the population of Amba Talat?
Amba Talat has a total population of 5,679, including 2,823 males and 2,856 females.
How many households are there in Amba Talat?
There are 1,098 households in Amba Talat.
What is the literacy rate in Amba Talat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba Talat is 51.22%. Male literacy is 57.31% and female literacy is 45.20%.