Ambaguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Ambaguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Trilochanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaguda is 423051. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ambaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ambaguda village had a total population of 106 people, including 57 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.16%, with male literacy at 68.89% and female literacy at 31.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 31 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Ambaguda
Ambaguda 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 Ambaguda
Ambaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhawanipatna to Ambaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ambaguda is about 71 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 Ambaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambaguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambaguda
Where is Ambaguda located?
Ambaguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambaguda is Trilochanpur.
What is the pincode of Ambaguda?
The pincode of Ambaguda is 766027.
What is the population of Ambaguda?
Ambaguda had a total population of 106, including 57 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Ambaguda?
Ambaguda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaguda was 51.16%. Male literacy was 68.89% and female literacy was 31.71%.