Ambalapara - II Village - Ottappalam, Palakkad
Ambalapara - II is a village situated in the Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottappalam and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Ambalapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambalapara - II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambalapara - II is 627592. The village covers a total geographical area of 2919 hectares and falls under the 679512 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ambalapara - II village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 - II
As per Census 2011, Ambalapara - II village has a total population of 24,889 people, consisting of 11,804 males and 13,085 females. The village has 5,561 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,913 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,509 literate and 4,380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambalapara - II are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,889 | 11,804 | 13,085 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,913 | 1,504 | 1,409 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,540 | 1,698 | 1,842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 20,509 | 9,821 | 10,688 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,380 | 1,983 | 2,397 |
Nearby Villages of Ambalapara - II
Ambalapara - II 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sreekrishnapuram -ii | North | 6.34 km |
| Mayannur | South | 7.39 km |
| Mannur | East | 8.49 km |
| Vaniyamkulam- Ii (ct) | South-West | 9.06 km |
| Vaniyamkulam-i | West | 9.13 km |
| Vellinezhi | North | 9.38 km |
| Pampady | South-East | 9.83 km |
| Sreekrishnapuram -i | North | 10.12 km |
| Chalavara | West | 11.22 km |
| Kondazhy | South | 11.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambalapara - II
Ambalapara - II is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ottappalam, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Ambalapara - II is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Ambalapara - II is about 32 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 - II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambalapara - II village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambalapara - II
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 - II 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ambalapara - II
Where is Ambalapara - II located?
Ambalapara - II village is located in Ottappalam Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambalapara - II?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambalapara - II is Ambalapara.
What is the pincode of Ambalapara - II?
The pincode of Ambalapara - II is 679512.
What is the population of Ambalapara - II?
Ambalapara - II has a total population of 24,889, including 11,804 males and 13,085 females.
How many households are there in Ambalapara - II?
There are 5,561 households in Ambalapara - II.
What is the literacy rate in Ambalapara - II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambalapara - II is 82.40%. Male literacy is 83.20% and female literacy is 81.68%.