Amba - Kundhit, Jamtara
Amba is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Amba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amba is 373275. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.95 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Amba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amba
As per Census 2011, Amba village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,370 males and 1,247 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,762 literate and 855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,370 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 382 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,762 | 1,025 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 345 | 510 |
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 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 Jamtara to Amba is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amba
Where is Amba located?
Amba village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
Amba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amba?
The pincode of Amba is 815359.
What is the population of Amba?
Amba has a total population of 2,617, including 1,370 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Amba?
There are 609 households in Amba.
What is the literacy rate in Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba is 67.33%. Male literacy is 74.82% and female literacy is 59.10%.