Ambere Kh. - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Ambere Kh. is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 77 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Ambere Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambere Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambere Kh. is 565464. The village covers a total geographical area of 427.95 hectares and falls under the 415613 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Ambere 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambere Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Ambere Kh. village had a total population of 760 people, including 364 males and 396 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.18%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 61.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 760 | 364 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 303 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 61 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Ambere Kh.
Ambere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudli | West | 1.53 km |
| Bandarwadi | West | 2.99 km |
| Gadnaral | South | 3.37 km |
| Asore | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Vaidyalavagan | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Pacherisada | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Jambhari | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Aware | North | 4.05 km |
| Miravane | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Jambhali Kh. | North-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambere Kh.
Ambere Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| 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 Chiplun to Ambere Kh. is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Ambere Kh. is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambere Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambere Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambere 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 Ambere Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambere Kh.
Where is Ambere Kh. located?
Ambere Kh. village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambere Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambere Kh. is Ambere Khurd.
What is the pincode of Ambere Kh.?
The pincode of Ambere Kh. is 415613.
What is the population of Ambere Kh.?
Ambere Kh. had a total population of 760, including 364 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Ambere Kh.?
Ambere Kh. had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambere Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambere Kh. was 76.18%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 61.62%.