Ambalapara - I - Ottappalam, Palakkad
Ambalapara - I is a village situated in the Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottappalam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Ambalapara serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Ambalapara - I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambalapara - I is 627593. The village covers a total geographical area of 2089 hectares and falls under the 679512 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ambalapara - I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottappalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambalapara - I
According to the 2011 Census, Ambalapara - I village had a total population of 13,387 people, including 6,421 males and 6,966 females, living in 3,126 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.41%, with male literacy at 93.44% and female literacy at 87.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 13,387 | 6,421 | 6,966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,250 | 671 | 579 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,256 | 1,111 | 1,145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 10,973 | 5,373 | 5,600 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,414 | 1,048 | 1,366 |
Nearby Villages of Ambalapara - I
Ambalapara - I 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 Ambalapara - I
Ambalapara - I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ambalapara - I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Ambalapara - I is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Ambalapara - I is about 40 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 Ambalapara - I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambalapara - I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambalapara - I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambalapara - I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambalapara - I
Where is Ambalapara - I located?
Ambalapara - I village is located in Ottappalam Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Ambalapara - I?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Ambalapara - I is Ambalapara.
What is the pincode of Ambalapara - I?
The pincode of Ambalapara - I is 679512.
What is the population of Ambalapara - I?
Ambalapara - I had a total population of 13,387, including 6,421 males and 6,966 females.
How many households are there in Ambalapara - I?
Ambalapara - I had 3,126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambalapara - I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambalapara - I was 90.41%. Male literacy was 93.44% and female literacy was 87.68%.