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
As per Census 2011, Ambari village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 100 males and 104 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| 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 has a total population of 204, including 100 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Ambari?
There are 45 households in Ambari.
What is the literacy rate in Ambari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambari is 71.08%. Male literacy is 73.00% and female literacy is 69.23%.