Ambivali - Vikramgad, Palghar
Ambivali is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Vikramgad and around 92 km from Thane. Ambivali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambivali is 551831. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Ambivali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambivali
According to the 2011 Census, Ambivali village had a total population of 917 people, including 481 males and 436 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.36%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 54.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 837.
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 | 917 | 481 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 837 | 439 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 306 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 175 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Ambivali
Ambivali 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 Ambivali
Ambivali 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 Jawhar to Ambivali is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ambivali is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambivali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambivali 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 Ambivali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambivali 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 Ambivali
Where is Ambivali located?
Ambivali village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambivali?
Ambivali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambivali?
The pincode of Ambivali is 421303.
What is the population of Ambivali?
Ambivali had a total population of 917, including 481 males and 436 females.
How many households are there in Ambivali?
Ambivali had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambivali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambivali was 66.36%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 54.42%.