Ambadih - Peterwar, Bokaro
Ambadih is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Uttasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambadih is 362481. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.49 hectares and falls under the 829123 pincode. Bermo is the nearest town.
Ambadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambadih
According to the 2011 Census, Ambadih village had a total population of 1,022 people, including 517 males and 505 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 58.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 1,022 | 517 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 374 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 143 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Ambadih
Ambadih 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 Ambadih
Ambadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Ambadih is about 37 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 Ambadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ambadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambadih 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambadih
Where is Ambadih located?
Ambadih village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambadih is Uttasara.
What is the pincode of Ambadih?
The pincode of Ambadih is 829123.
What is the population of Ambadih?
Ambadih had a total population of 1,022, including 517 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Ambadih?
Ambadih had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambadih was 72.16%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 58.77%.