Ambegaon - Kadegaon, Sangli
Ambegaon 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 64 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ambegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambegaon is 568483. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.4 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ambegaon 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 Ambegaon
As per Census 2011, Ambegaon village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 830 males and 910 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 830 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 637 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 193 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Ambegaon
Ambegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadiyeraybag | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Nevari | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Hanmant Vadiye | West | 3.62 km |
| Yewalewadi | West | 4.60 km |
| Dhawaleshwar | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Bhikawadi Khu | North | 4.79 km |
| Shelakbav | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Shivani | West | 5.87 km |
| Tupewadi Ye. | North | 6.09 km |
| Hingangade | North-East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambegaon
Ambegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vita to Ambegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ambegaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambegaon 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ambegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambegaon
Where is Ambegaon located?
Ambegaon village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambegaon?
Ambegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambegaon?
The pincode of Ambegaon is 415305.
What is the population of Ambegaon?
Ambegaon has a total population of 1,740, including 830 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Ambegaon?
There are 418 households in Ambegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ambegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambegaon is 68.45%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 60.88%.