Ambaran - Akhnoor, Jammu
Ambaran is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ak\hnoor and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Ambaran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaran is 005515. The village covers a total geographical area of 1036 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ambaran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaran
As per Census 2011, Ambaran village has a total population of 3,274 people, consisting of 1,708 males and 1,566 females. The village has 813 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,259 literate and 1,015 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambaran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,274 | 1,708 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 243 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,568 | 822 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,259 | 1,248 | 1,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 460 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Ambaran
Ambaran 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 Ambaran
Ambaran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Ambaran is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Ambaran 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 Ambaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambaran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambaran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambaran
Where is Ambaran located?
Ambaran village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambaran?
Ambaran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambaran?
The pincode of Ambaran is 181201.
What is the population of Ambaran?
Ambaran has a total population of 3,274, including 1,708 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Ambaran?
There are 813 households in Ambaran.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaran is 69.00%. Male literacy is 73.07% and female literacy is 64.56%.