Ambalanur - Basavana Bagevadi, Vijayapura
Ambalanur is a village situated in the Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from Basavana Bagevadi and around 51 km from Bijapur. Narasalagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambalanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambalanur is 599558. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.82 hectares and falls under the 586203 pincode. Basavana Bagevadi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ambalanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambalanur
As per Census 2011, Ambalanur village has a total population of 1,526 people, consisting of 765 males and 761 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 782 illiterate residents. Additionally, 981 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambalanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,526 | 765 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 124 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 490 | 491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 445 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 782 | 320 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Ambalanur
Ambalanur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasalgi | North | 2.28 km |
| Kanakal | East | 3.00 km |
| Halihal | West | 3.04 km |
| Hanchinal | North | 4.62 km |
| Byalyal | South | 4.99 km |
| Nagur | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Uppaladinni | West | 5.21 km |
| Bidanal | South-West | 5.81 km |
| Ivanagi | North | 5.91 km |
| Rajanal | South | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambalanur
Ambalanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wandal, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| 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 Basavana Bagevadi to Ambalanur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Ambalanur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambalanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambalanur 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 Ambalanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambalanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambalanur
Where is Ambalanur located?
Ambalanur village is located in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambalanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambalanur is Narasalagi.
What is the pincode of Ambalanur?
The pincode of Ambalanur is 586203.
What is the population of Ambalanur?
Ambalanur has a total population of 1,526, including 765 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Ambalanur?
There are 308 households in Ambalanur.
What is the literacy rate in Ambalanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambalanur is 48.75%. Male literacy is 58.17% and female literacy is 39.29%.