Ambika Ozar - Kalwan, Nashik
Ambika Ozar is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ojhar serves as the Village Panchayat for Ambika Ozar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambika Ozar is 549890. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.85 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ambika Ozar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambika Ozar
According to the 2011 Census, Ambika Ozar village had a total population of 608 people, including 306 males and 302 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 73.83% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 595.
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 | 608 | 306 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 300 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 189 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 117 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Ambika Ozar
Ambika Ozar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ambika Ozar
Ambika Ozar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nashik to Ambika Ozar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambika Ozar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambika Ozar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambika Ozar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambika Ozar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambika Ozar
Where is Ambika Ozar located?
Ambika Ozar village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ambika Ozar?
The Village Panchayat of Ambika Ozar is Ojhar.
What is the pincode of Ambika Ozar?
The pincode of Ambika Ozar is 423502.
What is the population of Ambika Ozar?
Ambika Ozar had a total population of 608, including 306 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Ambika Ozar?
Ambika Ozar had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambika Ozar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambika Ozar was 64.35%. Male literacy was 73.83% and female literacy was 55.13%.