Ambakhol - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Ambakhol is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Joranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambakhol is 402741. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 759014 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ambakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ambakhol
According to the 2011 Census, Ambakhol village had a total population of 5 people, including 1 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 4,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Ambakhol
Ambakhol 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 Ambakhol
Ambakhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Ambakhol has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Ambakhol is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambakhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ambakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambakhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambakhol
Where is Ambakhol located?
Ambakhol village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambakhol is Joranda.
What is the pincode of Ambakhol?
The pincode of Ambakhol is 759014.
What is the population of Ambakhol?
Ambakhol had a total population of 5, including 1 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Ambakhol?
Ambakhol had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambakhol was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.