Ambewadi - Roha, Raigad
Ambewadi is a village situated in the Roha tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Roha Ashtami and around 50 km from Alibag. Ambewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambewadi is 554399. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.15 hectares and falls under the 402304 pincode. Roha Ashtami is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Pen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambewadi
As per Census 2011, Ambewadi village has a total population of 4,233 people, consisting of 2,225 males and 2,008 females. The village has 1,024 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,343 literate and 890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,233 | 2,225 | 2,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 121 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 3,343 | 1,834 | 1,509 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 391 | 499 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pale Bk. | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Pui | North | 1.60 km |
| Warasgaon | South | 1.78 km |
| Sambhe | West | 2.01 km |
| Gove | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Pale Kh. | West | 2.51 km |
| Kolad | East | 2.66 km |
| Pugaon | North | 3.15 km |
| Barpe | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Killa | North-West | 3.92 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 Kolad, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roha Ashtami to Ambewadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Ambewadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambewadi
Where is Ambewadi located?
Ambewadi village is located in Roha Tehsil, Raigad 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 402304.
What is the population of Ambewadi?
Ambewadi has a total population of 4,233, including 2,225 males and 2,008 females.
How many households are there in Ambewadi?
There are 1,024 households in Ambewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambewadi is 78.97%. Male literacy is 82.43% and female literacy is 75.15%.