Ambasan - Amalner, Jalgaon
Ambasan is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Dheku Seem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambasan is 527498. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.74 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ambasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambasan
As per Census 2011, Ambasan village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 382 males and 361 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 378 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 382 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 182 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 246 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 136 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Ambasan
Ambasan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpale Bk. | South | 1.77 km |
| Dheku Charam | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Galwade Kh. | North | 2.57 km |
| Atale | West | 2.61 km |
| Chimanpuri | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Vaghoda | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Pimpale Kh. | West | 3.06 km |
| Shirsale Kh. | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Mangrul | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Galwade Bk. | North | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambasan
Ambasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amalner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Ambasan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ambasan is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambasan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambasan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambasan
Where is Ambasan located?
Ambasan village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambasan is Dheku Seem.
What is the pincode of Ambasan?
The pincode of Ambasan is 425401.
What is the population of Ambasan?
Ambasan has a total population of 743, including 382 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Ambasan?
There are 151 households in Ambasan.
What is the literacy rate in Ambasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambasan is 51.01%. Male literacy is 64.40% and female literacy is 36.84%.