Ambachua - Bhograi, Balasore
Ambachua is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Hunguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambachua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambachua is 391770. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ambachua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambachua
According to the 2011 Census, Ambachua village had a total population of 240 people, including 123 males and 117 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.04%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 82.41%.
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 | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Ambachua
Ambachua 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 Ambachua
Public transport in the Ambachua is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jaleswar to Ambachua is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ambachua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambachua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambachua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambachua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambachua 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 Ambachua
Where is Ambachua located?
Ambachua village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambachua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambachua is Hunguli.
What is the pincode of Ambachua?
The pincode of Ambachua is 756037.
What is the population of Ambachua?
Ambachua had a total population of 240, including 123 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Ambachua?
Ambachua had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambachua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambachua was 89.04%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 82.41%.