Ambrad - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Ambrad is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ambrad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambrad is 566718. The village covers a total geographical area of 1446 hectares and falls under the 416628 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ambrad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambrad
As per Census 2011, Ambrad village has a total population of 2,650 people, consisting of 1,280 males and 1,370 females. The village has 717 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,051 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambrad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,650 | 1,280 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 145 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,051 | 1,091 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 189 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Ambrad
Ambrad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talavade | North | 2.42 km |
| Pokharan | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Bordave | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Phanasnagar | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Kusabe | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Kunde | South | 3.94 km |
| Kasavan | North | 4.24 km |
| Lingeshwar Nagar | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Kalsuli | East | 4.66 km |
| Osargaon | West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambrad
Ambrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Ambrad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Ambrad is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambrad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambrad
Where is Ambrad located?
Ambrad village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambrad?
Ambrad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambrad?
The pincode of Ambrad is 416628.
What is the population of Ambrad?
Ambrad has a total population of 2,650, including 1,280 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Ambrad?
There are 717 households in Ambrad.
What is the literacy rate in Ambrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambrad is 77.40%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 70.07%.