Ambechincholi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Ambechincholi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ambechincholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambechincholi is 562393. The village covers a total geographical area of 946.98 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Ambechincholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambechincholi
As per Census 2011, Ambechincholi village has a total population of 1,847 people, consisting of 961 males and 886 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,222 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambechincholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,847 | 961 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 133 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 226 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,222 | 713 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 248 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Ambechincholi
Ambechincholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankargaon | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Nali | East | 2.88 km |
| Bathan | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Uchethan | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Sarkoli | West | 3.79 km |
| Pulujwadi | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Wadadegaon | East | 5.20 km |
| Ardhanari | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Mudhavi | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Vite | North-West | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambechincholi
Ambechincholi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 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 Pandharpur to Ambechincholi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ambechincholi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambechincholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambechincholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambechincholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambechincholi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambechincholi
Where is Ambechincholi located?
Ambechincholi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambechincholi?
Ambechincholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambechincholi?
The pincode of Ambechincholi is 413304.
What is the population of Ambechincholi?
Ambechincholi has a total population of 1,847, including 961 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Ambechincholi?
There are 436 households in Ambechincholi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambechincholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambechincholi is 66.16%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 57.45%.