Ambaun - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Ambaun is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chandni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaun is 023400. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.5 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Ambaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaun
According to the 2011 Census, Ambaun village had a total population of 184 people, including 95 males and 89 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 184 | 95 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Ambaun
Ambaun 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 Ambaun
Ambaun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Ambaun is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambaun 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambaun
Where is Ambaun located?
Ambaun village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambaun is Chandni.
What is the pincode of Ambaun?
The pincode of Ambaun is 173029.
What is the population of Ambaun?
Ambaun had a total population of 184, including 95 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Ambaun?
Ambaun had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaun was 67.53%. Male literacy was 70.13% and female literacy was 64.94%.