Ambe - Shirpur, Dhule
Ambe is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Ambe village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambe is 526002. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.43 hectares and falls under the 425405 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ambe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ambe
According to the 2011 Census, Ambe village had a total population of 2,665 people, including 1,366 males and 1,299 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.92%, with male literacy at 57.61% and female literacy at 43.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,229.
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 | 2,665 | 1,366 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 229 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,229 | 1,130 | 1,099 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 655 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 711 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Ambe
Ambe 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 Ambe
Public transport in the Ambe 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 Shirpur to Ambe is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Ambe is about 100 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 Ambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambe
Where is Ambe located?
Ambe village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ambe?
Ambe is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambe?
The pincode of Ambe is 425405.
What is the population of Ambe?
Ambe had a total population of 2,665, including 1,366 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Ambe?
Ambe had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambe was 50.92%. Male literacy was 57.61% and female literacy was 43.89%.