Ambhora - Ashti, Beed
Ambhora is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from Ashti and around 113 km from Bid. Ambhora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambhora is 558744. The village covers a total geographical area of 1652.5 hectares and falls under the 414202 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Ambhora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambhora
As per Census 2011, Ambhora village has a total population of 1,623 people, consisting of 834 males and 789 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,110 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambhora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,623 | 834 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 104 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 611 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 223 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Ambhora
Ambhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamantanda | South | 2.98 km |
| Salewadgaon | North | 3.50 km |
| Waghluj | South | 3.91 km |
| Suleman Deola | East | 4.06 km |
| Underkhel | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Hivara | East | 5.17 km |
| Pimparkhed | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Bhojewadi | East | 6.79 km |
| Dhanora | South-East | 7.04 km |
| Karkhel Kh. | North-East | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambhora
Ambhora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Ambhora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Ambhora is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambhora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambhora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambhora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambhora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambhora
Where is Ambhora located?
Ambhora village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambhora?
Ambhora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambhora?
The pincode of Ambhora is 414202.
What is the population of Ambhora?
Ambhora has a total population of 1,623, including 834 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Ambhora?
There are 380 households in Ambhora.
What is the literacy rate in Ambhora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambhora is 68.39%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 63.24%.