Ambale - Purandhar, Pune
Ambale is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Amble serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambale is 556462. The village covers a total geographical area of 1883 hectares and falls under the 412104 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ambale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambale
As per Census 2011, Ambale village has a total population of 2,276 people, consisting of 1,167 males and 1,109 females. The village has 501 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,668 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,276 | 1,167 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 118 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 922 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 245 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Ambale
Ambale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajewadi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Tekavadi | East | 3.59 km |
| Waghapur | West | 3.79 km |
| Tamhanwadi | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Pisarve | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Dalimb | North | 4.81 km |
| Bhosalewadi | South-West | 5.98 km |
| Singapur | West | 6.19 km |
| Shindwane | North-West | 6.66 km |
| Boriaindi | North | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambale
Ambale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambale, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Ambale is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Ambale is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambale
Where is Ambale located?
Ambale village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambale?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambale is Amble.
What is the pincode of Ambale?
The pincode of Ambale is 412104.
What is the population of Ambale?
Ambale has a total population of 2,276, including 1,167 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Ambale?
There are 501 households in Ambale.
What is the literacy rate in Ambale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambale is 73.29%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 67.27%.