Ambala - Hadgaon, Nanded
Ambala is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Ambala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambala is 544495. The village covers a total geographical area of 1307.4 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ambala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambala
As per Census 2011, Ambala village has a total population of 2,134 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,015 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,134 | 1,119 | 1,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 166 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 325 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 837 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 282 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Ambala
Ambala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhanegaon Tanda | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Rui | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Kawtha | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ada | North | 3.20 km |
| Bhanegaon | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Dongargaon | South | 3.82 km |
| Belgavhan (hadgaon) | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Palsa | West | 4.29 km |
| Gojegaon | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Kinala | South-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambala
Ambala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parwakhurd Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Ambala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Ambala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambala 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 Ambala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambala
Where is Ambala located?
Ambala village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambala?
Ambala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambala?
The pincode of Ambala is 431712.
What is the population of Ambala?
Ambala has a total population of 2,134, including 1,119 males and 1,015 females.
How many households are there in Ambala?
There are 478 households in Ambala.
What is the literacy rate in Ambala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambala is 66.87%. Male literacy is 74.80% and female literacy is 58.13%.