Ambhore - Sangamner, Ahilyanagar
Ambhore is a village situated in the Sangamner tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Sangamner and around 103 km from Ahmadnagar. Ambhore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambhore is 557432. The village covers a total geographical area of 1712 hectares and falls under the 422605 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ambhore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambhore
As per Census 2011, Ambhore village has a total population of 3,947 people, consisting of 2,038 males and 1,909 females. The village has 702 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,342 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambhore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,947 | 2,038 | 1,909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 299 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 147 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 254 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 2,342 | 1,380 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 658 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Ambhore
Ambhore is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolwade | West | 2.51 km |
| Digras | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Pimparne | North | 4.19 km |
| Hangewadi | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Shirapur | West | 4.62 km |
| Jakhori | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Kanoli | North | 4.89 km |
| Pimpalgaon Depa | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Rankhambwadi | South | 5.21 km |
| Nimgaon Tembhi | North-West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambhore
Ambhore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Ambhore is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ambhore is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambhore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambhore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambhore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambhore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambhore
Where is Ambhore located?
Ambhore village is located in Sangamner Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambhore?
Ambhore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambhore?
The pincode of Ambhore is 422605.
What is the population of Ambhore?
Ambhore has a total population of 3,947, including 2,038 males and 1,909 females.
How many households are there in Ambhore?
There are 702 households in Ambhore.
What is the literacy rate in Ambhore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambhore is 59.34%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 50.39%.