Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) - Shahapur, Thane
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Tembha serves as the Village Panchayat for Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is 552738. The village covers a total geographical area of 1420.58 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
According to the 2011 Census, Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) village had a total population of 1,380 people, including 722 males and 658 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 70.60% and female literacy at 46.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,032.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 722 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 154 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,032 | 533 | 499 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 401 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 321 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
Public transport in the Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Jawhar to Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) 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 Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)
Where is Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) located?
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) village is located in Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)?
The Village Panchayat of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is Tembha.
What is the pincode of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)?
The pincode of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) is 421601.
What is the population of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)?
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) had a total population of 1,380, including 722 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)?
Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambivali (Tarfe Dahigaon) was 58.82%. Male literacy was 70.60% and female literacy was 46.63%.