Ambedhe - Palghar
Ambedhe is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Palghar and around 119 km from Thane. Barhanpur serves as the Village Panchayat for Ambedhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambedhe is 552227. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.73 hectares and falls under the 401403 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ambedhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambedhe
According to the 2011 Census, Ambedhe village had a total population of 817 people, including 418 males and 399 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.48%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 56.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 817 | 418 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 222 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 276 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 142 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Ambedhe
Ambedhe 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 Ambedhe
Ambedhe 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 Palghar to Ambedhe is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ambedhe is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambedhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambedhe 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 Ambedhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambedhe 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambedhe
Where is Ambedhe located?
Ambedhe village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ambedhe?
The Village Panchayat of Ambedhe is Barhanpur.
What is the pincode of Ambedhe?
The pincode of Ambedhe is 401403.
What is the population of Ambedhe?
Ambedhe had a total population of 817, including 418 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Ambedhe?
Ambedhe had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambedhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambedhe was 66.48%. Male literacy was 75.62% and female literacy was 56.81%.