Ambavali Bk. - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Ambavali Bk. is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 200 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ambavali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambavali Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambavali Bk. is 564805. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.17 hectares and falls under the 415717 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ambavali Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambavali Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Ambavali Bk. village had a total population of 256 people, including 100 males and 156 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,560 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.58%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 256 | 100 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 66 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Ambavali Bk.
Ambavali Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malvi | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Rowale | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Atgaon | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Utambar | West | 2.52 km |
| Rawtoli | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Umbarshet | North | 2.57 km |
| Ilane | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Padale | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Lonvadi | South | 3.14 km |
| Kelashi | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambavali Bk.
Ambavali Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Ambavali Bk. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ambavali Bk. is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambavali Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambavali Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambavali Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambavali Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambavali Bk.
Where is Ambavali Bk. located?
Ambavali Bk. village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambavali Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambavali Bk. is Ambavali.
What is the pincode of Ambavali Bk.?
The pincode of Ambavali Bk. is 415717.
What is the population of Ambavali Bk.?
Ambavali Bk. had a total population of 256, including 100 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Ambavali Bk.?
Ambavali Bk. had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambavali Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambavali Bk. was 76.58%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 72.73%.