Ambikapur - Nilagiri, Balasore
Ambikapur is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Nilagiri and around 19 km from Baleshwar. Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambikapur is 393124. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ambikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ambikapur village had a total population of 346 people, including 178 males and 168 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.51%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 79.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 346 | 178 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 44 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Ambikapur
Ambikapur 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 Ambikapur
Public transport in the Ambikapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Ambikapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ambikapur is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ambikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambikapur
Where is Ambikapur located?
Ambikapur village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambikapur is Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Ambikapur?
The pincode of Ambikapur is 756020.
What is the population of Ambikapur?
Ambikapur had a total population of 346, including 178 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Ambikapur?
Ambikapur had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambikapur was 84.51%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 79.59%.