Amba
Amba is a village located in Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Nepanagar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Burhanpur. As per 2009 stats, Amba Fv is the gram panchayat of Amba village.
Here you can discover what makes Amba unique in its vibrant Nepanagar-Burhanpur region. You’ll see Amba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Amba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amba is 506425. The village spans a total geographical area of 1478 hectares. Burhanpur is nearest town to Amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Amba village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nepanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Amba
Population of Amba
According to the 2011 Census, Amba has a total population of about 6,058, with approximately 3,112 males and 2,946 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,509 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 622 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,326. The overall literacy rate is approximately 11.18%, with male literacy at about 14.59% and female literacy near 7.57%. There are around 1,007 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,058 | 3,112 | 2,946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,509 | 806 | 703 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 322 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,326 | 2,723 | 2,603 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 454 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,381 | 2,658 | 2,723 |
Connectivity of Amba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amba. As per the 2011 stats, Amba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Amba
Knowing the nearby villages of Amba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Amba
- Where is Amba located?
- Amba village is situated in Nepanagar Tehsil, within the Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Amba is Amba Fv (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Amba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amba is 6,058, with 3,112 males and 2,946 females.
- How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 1,007 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 11.18%. The male literacy rate is 14.59%, while the female literacy rate is 7.57%.