Amba - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Amba is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Khijuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amba is 354119. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Amba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amba
According to the 2011 Census, Amba village had a total population of 178 people, including 91 males and 87 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.54%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 36.07%.
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 | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 56 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 35 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Amba
Amba 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 Amba
Amba 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 >10 km |
| 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 Deoghar to Amba is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amba 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 Amba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amba 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amba
Where is Amba located?
Amba village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
The Gram Panchayat of Amba is Khijuriya.
What is the pincode of Amba?
The pincode of Amba is 814150.
What is the population of Amba?
Amba had a total population of 178, including 91 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Amba?
Amba had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba was 59.54%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 36.07%.