Ambakhedi - Jobat, Alirajpur
Ambakhedi is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Ambakhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambakhedi is 505023. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.53 hectares and falls under the 457661 pincode. Jobat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ambakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambakhedi
As per Census 2011, Ambakhedi village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 681 males and 700 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 1,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,376 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 681 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 141 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,376 | 678 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 210 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 471 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Ambakhedi
Ambakhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budkui Chhoti | East | 2.27 km |
| Futtalab Chhota | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Budkui Badi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Futtalab Bada | South | 2.44 km |
| Rehanda | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Seel Khodari | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Narwali | North | 3.29 km |
| Kanwadudal | East | 3.66 km |
| Semalkhedi | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Chuliya Badi | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambakhedi
Public transport in the Ambakhedi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jobat to Ambakhedi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Ambakhedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambakhedi
Where is Ambakhedi located?
Ambakhedi village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambakhedi?
Ambakhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambakhedi?
The pincode of Ambakhedi is 457661.
What is the population of Ambakhedi?
Ambakhedi has a total population of 1,381, including 681 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Ambakhedi?
There are 231 households in Ambakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambakhedi is 26.65%. Male literacy is 30.84% and female literacy is 22.57%.