Ambikanagar - Pathardi, Ahilyanagar
Ambikanagar is a village situated in the Pathardi tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Pathardi and around 76 km from Ahmadnagar. Ambikanagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambikanagar is 558045. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 414102 pincode. Pathardi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ambikanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambikanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Ambikanagar village had a total population of 927 people, including 461 males and 466 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.77%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 47.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 85.
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 | 927 | 461 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 270 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 191 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Ambikanagar
Ambikanagar 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 Ambikanagar
Ambikanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pathardi to Ambikanagar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ambikanagar is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambikanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambikanagar 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 Ambikanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambikanagar 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 Ambikanagar
Where is Ambikanagar located?
Ambikanagar village is located in Pathardi Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ambikanagar?
Ambikanagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambikanagar?
The pincode of Ambikanagar is 414102.
What is the population of Ambikanagar?
Ambikanagar had a total population of 927, including 461 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Ambikanagar?
Ambikanagar had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambikanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambikanagar was 58.77%. Male literacy was 70.13% and female literacy was 47.73%.