Ambalathara - Hosdurg, Kasaragod

Ambalathara is a village situated in the Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanhangad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kasaragod. Madikkai serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Ambalathara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambalathara is 627153. The village covers a total geographical area of 2522 hectares and falls under the 671531 pincode. Kanhangad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.

Ambalathara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanhangad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Ambalathara

According to the 2011 Census, Ambalathara village had a total population of 9,120 people, including 4,268 males and 4,852 females, living in 2,217 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.91%, with male literacy at 92.30% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 708.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Ambalathara

Ambalathara 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Ambalathara

Ambalathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanhangad, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanhangad to Ambalathara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kasaragod to Ambalathara is about 27 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 Ambalathara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambalathara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ambalathara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambalathara village are given below:

FAQs about Ambalathara