Amb - Bhalwal, Jammu
Amb is a village situated in the Bhalwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Jammu and around 22 km from Jammu. Amb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amb is 005752. The village covers a total geographical area of 856.3 hectares and falls under the 181122 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Amb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the JAMMU NORTH Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amb
As per Census 2011, Amb village has a total population of 4,868 people, consisting of 2,622 males and 2,246 females. The village has 995 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,636 literate and 1,232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,868 | 2,622 | 2,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 344 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,512 | 796 | 716 |
| Literate Population | 3,636 | 2,057 | 1,579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 565 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Amb
Amb 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 Amb
Public transport in the Amb is mainly available through bus 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 Jammu to Amb is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Amb is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amb 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 Amb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amb
Where is Amb located?
Amb village is located in Bhalwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amb?
Amb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amb?
The pincode of Amb is 181122.
What is the population of Amb?
Amb has a total population of 4,868, including 2,622 males and 2,246 females.
How many households are there in Amb?
There are 995 households in Amb.
What is the literacy rate in Amb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amb is 74.69%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 70.30%.