Ambak - Kadegaon, Sangli
Ambak is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ambak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambak is 568450. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.94 hectares and falls under the 415303 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ambak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambak
As per Census 2011, Ambak village has a total population of 3,623 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,725 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,751 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,623 | 1,898 | 1,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 217 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 136 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,751 | 1,542 | 1,209 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 356 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Ambak
Ambak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mo. Vadgaon | South | 3.47 km |
| Chinchani Wangi | West | 3.84 km |
| Wangi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Shirgaon | East | 4.16 km |
| Devrashtre | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Asad | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Tadasar | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Ramapur | South-East | 5.94 km |
| Sonkire | West | 6.86 km |
| Jadhavnagar | South-East | 7.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambak
Ambak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 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 Vita to Ambak is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ambak is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambak
Where is Ambak located?
Ambak village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambak?
Ambak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambak?
The pincode of Ambak is 415303.
What is the population of Ambak?
Ambak has a total population of 3,623, including 1,898 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Ambak?
There are 785 households in Ambak.
What is the literacy rate in Ambak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambak is 75.93%. Male literacy is 81.24% and female literacy is 70.09%.