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
According to the 2011 Census, Ambak village had a total population of 3,623 people, including 1,898 males and 1,725 females, living in 785 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.57%, with male literacy at 91.73% and female literacy at 76.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,623, including 1,898 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Ambak?
Ambak had 785 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambak was 84.57%. Male literacy was 91.73% and female literacy was 76.91%.