Ambewadi - Igatpuri, Nashik
Ambewadi is a village situated in the Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Igatpuri and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ambewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambewadi is 551106. The village covers a total geographical area of 2036.54 hectares and falls under the 422402 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambewadi
As per Census 2011, Ambewadi village has a total population of 2,183 people, consisting of 1,111 males and 1,072 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 1,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,808 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,183 | 1,111 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 150 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,808 | 931 | 877 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 691 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 420 | 583 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadked | East | 2.69 km |
| Nirpan | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Kurungwadi | West | 4.01 km |
| Udadawane | South | 4.47 km |
| Indore | East | 4.60 km |
| Kanad Wadi | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Manjargaon | North | 5.22 km |
| Bharwaj | North | 5.62 km |
| Panjare | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Ghatghar | South-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambewadi
Ambewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 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 Igatpuri to Ambewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ambewadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambewadi
Where is Ambewadi located?
Ambewadi village is located in Igatpuri Tehsil, Nashik 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 422402.
What is the population of Ambewadi?
Ambewadi has a total population of 2,183, including 1,111 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Ambewadi?
There are 380 households in Ambewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambewadi is 54.05%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 45.62%.