Amboda - Arni, Yavatmal
Amboda is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Amboda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amboda is 543300. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.08 hectares and falls under the 445103 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Amboda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amboda
As per Census 2011, Amboda village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 478 males and 473 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amboda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 478 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 355 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 123 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Amboda
Amboda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukindpur | South | 1.46 km |
| Donwada | East | 2.27 km |
| Takli | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Kaotha Bazar | East | 2.40 km |
| Kosadani | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Sakur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Shendursani | North | 3.45 km |
| Bhosa | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Padsa | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Murli | South | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amboda
Amboda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.9 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 Digras to Amboda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Amboda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amboda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amboda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Amboda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amboda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amboda
Where is Amboda located?
Amboda village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amboda?
Amboda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amboda?
The pincode of Amboda is 445103.
What is the population of Amboda?
Amboda has a total population of 951, including 478 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Amboda?
There are 231 households in Amboda.
What is the literacy rate in Amboda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amboda is 64.14%. Male literacy is 74.27% and female literacy is 53.91%.