Ambewadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Ambewadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Ambewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambewadi is 568191. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 416552 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ambewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ambewadi village had a total population of 962 people, including 467 males and 495 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 55.75%.
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 | 962 | 467 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 312 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 155 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Ambewadi
Ambewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaliwade | South | 1.97 km |
| Karanjgaon | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Shevale | West | 2.64 km |
| Hallarwadi | North | 2.92 km |
| Halkarni | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Patane | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Nandavade | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Kurtanwadi | North | 4.36 km |
| Konewadi | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Jelugade | South-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambewadi
Ambewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Ambewadi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Ambewadi is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambewadi 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 Ambewadi
Where is Ambewadi located?
Ambewadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambewadi?
Ambewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambewadi?
The pincode of Ambewadi is 416552.
What is the population of Ambewadi?
Ambewadi had a total population of 962, including 467 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Ambewadi?
Ambewadi had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambewadi was 64.83%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 55.75%.