Ambapalas - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Ambapalas is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Ambapalas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambapalas is 402241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1344 hectares and falls under the 759029 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ambapalas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambapalas
As per Census 2011, Ambapalas village has a total population of 3,187 people, consisting of 1,639 males and 1,548 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,912 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambapalas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,187 | 1,639 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 216 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,108 | 554 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,105 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 534 | 741 |
Nearby Villages of Ambapalas
Ambapalas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangadharpur | South | 1.05 km |
| Kalada | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Kankadasoda | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Kandheikhol | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Domuhani | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Bansiballavpur | South | 3.51 km |
| Padapatia | North | 3.61 km |
| Kuturia | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Singada | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Kantor | South | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambapalas
Ambapalas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talcher Thermal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Ambapalas is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Ambapalas is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambapalas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambapalas 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ambapalas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambapalas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambapalas
Where is Ambapalas located?
Ambapalas village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambapalas?
Ambapalas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambapalas?
The pincode of Ambapalas is 759029.
What is the population of Ambapalas?
Ambapalas has a total population of 3,187, including 1,639 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Ambapalas?
There are 680 households in Ambapalas.
What is the literacy rate in Ambapalas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambapalas is 59.99%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 52.13%.