Amba - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Amba is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Amba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amba is 477848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.02 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Amba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Amba
According to the 2011 Census, Amba village had a total population of 2,295 people, including 1,122 males and 1,173 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.07%, with male literacy at 21.95% and female literacy at 10.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,274.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,295 | 1,122 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 302 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,274 | 1,114 | 1,160 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 180 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,023 | 942 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Amba
Amba 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 Amba
Amba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Amba is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amba
Where is Amba located?
Amba village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Amba?
Amba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amba?
The pincode of Amba is 451113.
What is the population of Amba?
Amba had a total population of 2,295, including 1,122 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Amba?
Amba had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba was 16.07%. Male literacy was 21.95% and female literacy was 10.54%.