Ambegaon - Barshi, Solapur
Ambegaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ambegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambegaon is 562141. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.88 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Tuljapur is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambegaon
As per Census 2011, Ambegaon village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 354 males and 332 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 354 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 273 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 81 | 146 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambabaiwadi | West | 1.58 km |
| Bhandegaon | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Jotibachiwadi | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Bhalgaon | East | 3.28 km |
| Rui | North | 4.02 km |
| Sarole | South | 4.37 km |
| Hattij | West | 4.74 km |
| Chinchkhopan | West | 5.26 km |
| Mirzanpur | South-East | 5.60 km |
| Nimbalak | North | 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 Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 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 Tuljapur to Ambegaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ambegaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambegaon
Where is Ambegaon located?
Ambegaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur 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 413406.
What is the population of Ambegaon?
Ambegaon has a total population of 686, including 354 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Ambegaon?
There are 150 households in Ambegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ambegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambegaon is 66.91%. Male literacy is 77.12% and female literacy is 56.02%.