Ambot - Chirgaon, Shimla
Ambot is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pekha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambot is 026662. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.64 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Ambot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ambot
According to the 2011 Census, Ambot village had a total population of 384 people, including 196 males and 188 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.56%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 57.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 384 | 196 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 134 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 62 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ambot
Ambot 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 Ambot
Public transport in the Ambot is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ambot is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambot
Where is Ambot located?
Ambot village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambot is Pekha.
What is the pincode of Ambot?
The pincode of Ambot is 171208.
What is the population of Ambot?
Ambot had a total population of 384, including 196 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Ambot?
Ambot had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambot was 67.56%. Male literacy was 77.46% and female literacy was 57.06%.