Ambabadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Ambabadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambabadi is 416587. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Ambabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ambabadi village had a total population of 162 people, including 81 males and 81 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.37%, with male literacy at 54.10% and female literacy at 25.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 162 | 81 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 33 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Ambabadi
Ambabadi 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 Ambabadi
Public transport in the Ambabadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Ambabadi is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ambabadi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambabadi 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 Ambabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambabadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambabadi
Where is Ambabadi located?
Ambabadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambabadi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Ambabadi?
The pincode of Ambabadi is 762110.
What is the population of Ambabadi?
Ambabadi had a total population of 162, including 81 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Ambabadi?
Ambabadi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambabadi was 39.37%. Male literacy was 54.10% and female literacy was 25.76%.