Ambheti - Kaprada, Valsad
Ambheti is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Ambheti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambheti is 523518. The village covers a total geographical area of 2010.03 hectares and falls under the 396191 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ambheti 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 Ambheti
As per Census 2011, Ambheti village has a total population of 7,484 people, consisting of 3,826 males and 3,658 females. The village has 1,620 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 794 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,430 literate and 2,054 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,921 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambheti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,484 | 3,826 | 3,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 794 | 419 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,921 | 2,992 | 2,929 |
| Literate Population | 5,430 | 3,009 | 2,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,054 | 817 | 1,237 |
Nearby Villages of Ambheti
Ambheti 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 Ambheti
Ambheti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ambheti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vapi to Ambheti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ambheti is about 30 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 Ambheti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambheti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambheti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambheti 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 Ambheti
Where is Ambheti located?
Ambheti village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambheti?
Ambheti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambheti?
The pincode of Ambheti is 396191.
What is the population of Ambheti?
Ambheti has a total population of 7,484, including 3,826 males and 3,658 females.
How many households are there in Ambheti?
There are 1,620 households in Ambheti.
What is the literacy rate in Ambheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambheti is 72.55%. Male literacy is 78.65% and female literacy is 66.18%.