Ambegaon - Murbad, Thane
Ambegaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Ambegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambegaon is 553270. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.21 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambegaon
As per Census 2011, Ambegaon village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 526 males and 494 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 526 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 418 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 108 | 218 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gawali | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Boriwali | West | 1.82 km |
| Kedurli | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Mhasa | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Ghagurli | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Sakurli | East | 2.38 km |
| Mhadas | North | 2.73 km |
| Chirad | South | 3.14 km |
| Nhave | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Bandhivali | North-East | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambegaon
Public transport in the Ambegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 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 Kalyan to Ambegaon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ambegaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 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 Murbad Tehsil, Thane 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 421401.
What is the population of Ambegaon?
Ambegaon has a total population of 1,020, including 526 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Ambegaon?
There are 232 households in Ambegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ambegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambegaon is 68.04%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 55.87%.