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
As per Census 2011, Amba village has a total population of 2,295 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,173 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 2,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,274 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,295 | 1,122 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 302 | 300 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,295, including 1,122 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Amba?
There are 321 households in Amba.
What is the literacy rate in Amba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amba is 11.85%. Male literacy is 16.04% and female literacy is 7.84%.