Ambari - Sunni, Shimla
Ambari is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambari is 024079. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Ambari 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambari
According to the 2011 Census, Ambari village had a total population of 204 people, including 100 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 85.88% and female literacy at 75.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Ambari
Ambari 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 Ambari
Ambari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ambari 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 Ambari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambari
Where is Ambari located?
Ambari village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambari is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Ambari?
The pincode of Ambari is 171301.
What is the population of Ambari?
Ambari had a total population of 204, including 100 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Ambari?
Ambari had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambari was 80.56%. Male literacy was 85.88% and female literacy was 75.79%.