Ambapal - Kaniha, Angul
Ambapal is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from N.t.p.c. and around 32 km from Anugul . Bijigol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambapal is 403847. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ambapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambapal
As per Census 2011, Ambapal village has a total population of 583 people, consisting of 295 males and 288 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 295 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 128 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 231 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 64 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Ambapal
Ambapal 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 Ambapal
Ambapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talcher to Ambapal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Ambapal is about 32 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 Ambapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambapal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambapal
Where is Ambapal located?
Ambapal village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambapal is Bijigol.
What is the pincode of Ambapal?
The pincode of Ambapal is 759117.
What is the population of Ambapal?
Ambapal has a total population of 583, including 295 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Ambapal?
There are 160 households in Ambapal.
What is the literacy rate in Ambapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambapal is 71.01%. Male literacy is 78.31% and female literacy is 63.54%.