Amba

Amba is a village located in Barwaha tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Barwaha (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Amba village is also a gram panchayat.

Amba has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Amba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amba is 476795. The village spans a total geographical area of 873.61 hectares. Sanawad is nearest town to Amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km 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 Badwah 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.

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Population of Amba

Below is a concise population overview of Amba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,228 1,137 1,091
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 421 203 218
Scheduled Castes (SC) 90 49 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,672 850 822
Literate Population 769 485 284
Illiterate Population 1,459 652 807

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amba village:

  • The total population of Amba village is around 2,228, including approximately 1,137 males and 1,091 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 421 children aged 0–6 years in Amba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amba village has 90 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,672 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Amba village is about 34.52%, with male literacy at 42.66% and female literacy at 26.03%.
  • There are around 446 households in Amba village.

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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 Barwaha Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
Amba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amba is 2,228, with 1,137 males and 1,091 females.
How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 34.52%. The male literacy rate is 42.66%, while the female literacy rate is 26.03%.