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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Ambikanagar village has a total population of 927 people, consisting of 461 males and 466 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambikanagar are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Ambikanagar?
Ambikanagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambikanagar?
The pincode of Ambikanagar is 414102.
What is the population of Ambikanagar?
Ambikanagar has a total population of 927, including 461 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Ambikanagar?
There are 216 households in Ambikanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Ambikanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambikanagar is 49.51%. Male literacy is 58.57% and female literacy is 40.56%.