Ambada - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Ambada is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Ambaada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambada is 505568. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.08 hectares and falls under the 450117 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ambada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambada
As per Census 2011, Ambada village has a total population of 2,008 people, consisting of 1,025 males and 983 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 1,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,819 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 1,025 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 255 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,819 | 927 | 892 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 475 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 550 | 724 |
Nearby Villages of Ambada
Ambada 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 Ambada
Ambada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Ambada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Ambada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambada
Where is Ambada located?
Ambada village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambada?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambada is Ambaada.
What is the pincode of Ambada?
The pincode of Ambada is 450117.
What is the population of Ambada?
Ambada has a total population of 2,008, including 1,025 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Ambada?
There are 330 households in Ambada.
What is the literacy rate in Ambada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambada is 36.55%. Male literacy is 46.34% and female literacy is 26.35%.