Amba Jungle - Kaprada, Valsad
Amba Jungle is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Amba Jungle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amba Jungle is 523557. The village covers a total geographical area of 1366.71 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Amba Jungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amba Jungle
As per Census 2011, Amba Jungle village has a total population of 4,156 people, consisting of 2,072 males and 2,084 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 802 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,700 literate and 2,456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,039 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amba Jungle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,156 | 2,072 | 2,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 394 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,039 | 2,018 | 2,021 |
| Literate Population | 1,700 | 1,052 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,456 | 1,020 | 1,436 |
Nearby Villages of Amba Jungle
Amba Jungle 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 Jungle
Public transport in the Amba Jungle 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 Dharampur to Amba Jungle is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Amba Jungle is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amba Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amba Jungle 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 Amba Jungle
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 Jungle 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Amba Jungle
Where is Amba Jungle located?
Amba Jungle village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba Jungle?
Amba Jungle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amba Jungle?
The pincode of Amba Jungle is 396067.
What is the population of Amba Jungle?
Amba Jungle has a total population of 4,156, including 2,072 males and 2,084 females.
How many households are there in Amba Jungle?
There are 696 households in Amba Jungle.
What is the literacy rate in Amba Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba Jungle is 40.90%. Male literacy is 50.77% and female literacy is 31.09%.