Ambavali Kh. - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Ambavali Kh. is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 166 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Asud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambavali Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambavali Kh. is 564876. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.19 hectares and falls under the 415717 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ambavali Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Ambavali Kh. village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 183 males and 202 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambavali Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 183 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 37 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Ambavali Kh.
Ambavali Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saldure | West | 1.14 km |
| Asud | East | 1.90 km |
| Murud | South | 1.98 km |
| Waghave | North | 2.97 km |
| Kalambat | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Adkhal | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Karde | South | 4.03 km |
| Sarang | East | 4.23 km |
| Vanand | East | 4.38 km |
| Chandranagar | South-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambavali Kh.
Ambavali Kh. 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 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kh. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ambavali Kh. is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambavali Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambavali Kh. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambavali Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambavali Kh.
Where is Ambavali Kh. located?
Ambavali Kh. village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambavali Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambavali Kh. is Asud.
What is the pincode of Ambavali Kh.?
The pincode of Ambavali Kh. is 415717.
What is the population of Ambavali Kh.?
Ambavali Kh. has a total population of 385, including 183 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Ambavali Kh.?
There are 116 households in Ambavali Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Ambavali Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambavali Kh. is 72.73%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 66.34%.