Ambapur - Mangrulpir, Washim
Ambapur is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Dastapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambapur is 530805. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.26 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ambapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ambapur village had a total population of 193 people, including 103 males and 90 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.62%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
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 | 193 | 103 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 70 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Ambapur
Ambapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yedalpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Dastapur | South | 2.05 km |
| Warud Kh. | North | 2.05 km |
| Bhamrun | East | 2.12 km |
| Masola Kh. | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Golwadi | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Warud Bk. | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Saykheda | West | 3.34 km |
| Shelgaon | North | 3.70 km |
| Tuljapur | North | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambapur
Ambapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kata Road, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Ambapur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Ambapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambapur 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 Ambapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambapur 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 Ambapur
Where is Ambapur located?
Ambapur village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambapur is Dastapur.
What is the pincode of Ambapur?
The pincode of Ambapur is 444403.
What is the population of Ambapur?
Ambapur had a total population of 193, including 103 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Ambapur?
Ambapur had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambapur was 73.62%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 64.10%.