Ambapur - Shahade, Nandurbar
Ambapur is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Ambapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambapur is 525486. The village covers a total geographical area of 1369.02 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ambapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambapur
As per Census 2011, Ambapur village has a total population of 3,303 people, consisting of 1,651 males and 1,652 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 551 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,752 literate and 1,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,041 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,303 | 1,651 | 1,652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 294 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,041 | 1,518 | 1,523 |
| Literate Population | 1,752 | 1,006 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,551 | 645 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Ambapur
Ambapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganor | East | 2.37 km |
| Dhawadi | North | 2.81 km |
| Islampur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Talavadi | South | 3.20 km |
| Adgaon | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Lakkadkot | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Khargaon | East | 3.75 km |
| Mubarakpur | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Bandryabad | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Chirde | West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambapur
Ambapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.3 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 Shahade to Ambapur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Ambapur 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 Ambapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambapur 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 Ambapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambapur
Where is Ambapur located?
Ambapur village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambapur?
Ambapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambapur?
The pincode of Ambapur is 425409.
What is the population of Ambapur?
Ambapur has a total population of 3,303, including 1,651 males and 1,652 females.
How many households are there in Ambapur?
There are 597 households in Ambapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ambapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambapur is 53.04%. Male literacy is 60.93% and female literacy is 45.16%.