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
According to the 2011 Census, Ambua village had a total population of 322 people, including 157 males and 165 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 78.01% and female literacy at 65.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 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 had a total population of 322, including 157 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Ambua?
Ambua had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambua was 71.93%. Male literacy was 78.01% and female literacy was 65.97%.