Ambadula - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Ambadula is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Habaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambadula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambadula is 423807. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 766023 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ambadula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambadula
As per Census 2011, Ambadula village has a total population of 1,078 people, consisting of 543 males and 535 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambadula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 543 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 232 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 378 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 165 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Ambadula
Ambadula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antarla | South | 1.40 km |
| Kutengan | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Purunasar | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kachhimdola | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Chakuli | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Budel | North | 2.63 km |
| Habaspur (i) | South | 2.63 km |
| Chilguda | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Banijara ( I ) | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Maliguda | North | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambadula
Ambadula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Ambadula is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ambadula is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambadula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambadula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambadula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambadula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambadula
Where is Ambadula located?
Ambadula village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambadula?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambadula is Habaspur.
What is the pincode of Ambadula?
The pincode of Ambadula is 766023.
What is the population of Ambadula?
Ambadula has a total population of 1,078, including 543 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Ambadula?
There are 286 households in Ambadula.
What is the literacy rate in Ambadula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambadula is 56.40%. Male literacy is 69.61% and female literacy is 42.99%.