Ambarde Village - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Ambarde is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Ambarde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambarde is 567066. The village covers a total geographical area of 1439 hectares and falls under the 416215 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ambarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambarde
As per Census 2011, Ambarde village has a total population of 2,315 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,231 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,316 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambarde are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,315 | 1,084 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 704 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 380 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Ambarde
Ambarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arul | North | 2.69 km |
| Parkhandale | East | 2.78 km |
| Shirale Tarf Malkapur | West | 2.92 km |
| Ukoli | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Savarde Bk. | East | 4.02 km |
| Parali | South | 4.38 km |
| Shittur Tarf Malkapur | East | 4.38 km |
| Karanjoshi | North | 4.43 km |
| Ghungur | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Bahirewadi | North-East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambarde
Ambarde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Ambarde is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Ambarde is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambarde 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 Ambarde
Where is Ambarde located?
Ambarde village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambarde?
Ambarde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambarde?
The pincode of Ambarde is 416215.
What is the population of Ambarde?
Ambarde has a total population of 2,315, including 1,084 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Ambarde?
There are 522 households in Ambarde.
What is the literacy rate in Ambarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambarde is 56.85%. Male literacy is 64.94% and female literacy is 49.72%.