Ambad
Ambad is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ambad village is also a gram panchayat.
Ambad has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Ambad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ambad is 557253. The village spans a total geographical area of 1076 hectares. Sangamner is nearest town to Ambad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ambad 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 Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ambad
Population of Ambad
Below is a concise population overview of Ambad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,590 | 1,352 | 1,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 189 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 219 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 1,002 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 845 | 350 | 495 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ambad village:
- The total population of Ambad village is around 2,590, including approximately 1,352 males and 1,238 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 333 children aged 0–6 years in Ambad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ambad village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 425 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ambad village is about 67.37%, with male literacy at 74.11% and female literacy at 60.02%.
- There are around 529 households in Ambad village.
Connectivity of Ambad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ambad. As per the 2011 stats, Ambad 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ambad
Knowing the nearby villages of Ambad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ambad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ambad
- Where is Ambad located?
- Ambad village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ambad?
- Ambad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ambad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ambad is 2,590, with 1,352 males and 1,238 females.
- How many households are there in Ambad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ambad village has a total of 529 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ambad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ambad is 67.37%. The male literacy rate is 74.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.02%.