Ambua - Remuna, Balasore
Ambua is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 5 km from Baleshwar. Kuruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambua is 392777. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ambua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambua
As per Census 2011, Ambua village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 157 males and 165 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 157 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 39 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 47 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Ambua
Ambua 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 Ambua
Ambua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ambua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Ambua is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ambua is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambua 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 Ambua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambua 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 Ambua
Where is Ambua located?
Ambua village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambua?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambua is Kuruda.
What is the pincode of Ambua?
The pincode of Ambua is 756056.
What is the population of Ambua?
Ambua has a total population of 322, including 157 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ambua?
There are 64 households in Ambua.
What is the literacy rate in Ambua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambua is 63.66%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 57.58%.