Ambi - Katthiwara, Alirajpur
Ambi is a village situated in the Katthiwara tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Alirajpur and around 25 km from Alirajpur. Ambi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambi is 505179. The village covers a total geographical area of 924.1 hectares and falls under the 457887 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambi
As per Census 2011, Ambi village has a total population of 1,931 people, consisting of 969 males and 962 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 1,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,891 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,931 | 969 | 962 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 216 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,891 | 945 | 946 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 159 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,653 | 810 | 843 |
Nearby Villages of Ambi
Ambi 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 Ambi
Ambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ambi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alirajpur to Ambi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambi
Where is Ambi located?
Ambi village is located in Katthiwara Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambi?
Ambi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambi?
The pincode of Ambi is 457887.
What is the population of Ambi?
Ambi has a total population of 1,931, including 969 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Ambi?
There are 327 households in Ambi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambi is 14.40%. Male literacy is 16.41% and female literacy is 12.37%.