Amba

Amba is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Amba village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Amba unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Amba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Amba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amba is 546349. The village spans a total geographical area of 839.05 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Amba 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Amba

According to the 2011 Census, Amba has a total population of about 4,194, with approximately 2,120 males and 2,074 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 581 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 623 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.43%, with male literacy at about 72.83% and female literacy near 57.86%. There are around 861 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Amba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,194 2,120 2,074
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 581 307 274
Scheduled Castes (SC) 623 314 309
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 97 49 48
Literate Population 2,744 1,544 1,200
Illiterate Population 1,450 576 874

Connectivity of Amba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amba. As per the 2011 stats, Amba 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Amba

Knowing the nearby villages of Amba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amba.

Frequently Asked Questions about Amba

Where is Amba located?
Amba village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
Amba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amba is 4,194, with 2,120 males and 2,074 females.
How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 861 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 65.43%. The male literacy rate is 72.83%, while the female literacy rate is 57.86%.