Ambach - Nanapodha, Valsad
Ambach is a village situated in the Nanapodha taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Pardi and around 25 km from Valsad. Ambach village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambach is 523484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1566.89 hectares and falls under the 396145 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ambach 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 Ambach
As per Census 2011, Ambach village has a total population of 7,236 people, consisting of 3,705 males and 3,531 females. The village has 1,558 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 762 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,210 literate and 2,026 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,606 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambach are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,236 | 3,705 | 3,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 417 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,606 | 3,384 | 3,222 |
| Literate Population | 5,210 | 2,854 | 2,356 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,026 | 851 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Ambach
Ambach 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 Ambach
Ambach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ambach.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vapi to Ambach is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Ambach is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambach 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambach
Where is Ambach located?
Ambach village is located in Nanapodha Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambach?
Ambach is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambach?
The pincode of Ambach is 396145.
What is the population of Ambach?
Ambach has a total population of 7,236, including 3,705 males and 3,531 females.
How many households are there in Ambach?
There are 1,558 households in Ambach.
What is the literacy rate in Ambach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambach is 72.00%. Male literacy is 77.03% and female literacy is 66.72%.