Ambamunda - Padampur, Bargarh
Ambamunda is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Melchhamunda and around 70 km from Bargarh. Palsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambamunda is 380206. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 768035 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ambamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Ambamunda village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 561 males and 523 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 91.20% and female literacy at 81.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 1,084 | 561 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 456 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 105 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Ambamunda
Ambamunda 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 Ambamunda
Ambamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Ambamunda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Ambamunda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambamunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ambamunda
Where is Ambamunda located?
Ambamunda village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambamunda is Palsapali.
What is the pincode of Ambamunda?
The pincode of Ambamunda is 768035.
What is the population of Ambamunda?
Ambamunda had a total population of 1,084, including 561 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Ambamunda?
Ambamunda had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambamunda was 86.36%. Male literacy was 91.20% and female literacy was 81.26%.