Ambaguda - Jeypore, Koraput
Ambaguda is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ambaguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaguda is 429017. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 763001 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaguda
As per Census 2011, Ambaguda village has a total population of 3,245 people, consisting of 1,562 males and 1,683 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,079 literate and 1,166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,245 | 1,562 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 220 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,131 | 552 | 579 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 229 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 2,079 | 1,084 | 995 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 478 | 688 |
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 bus services. Ambaguda 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 Jeypur to Ambaguda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ambaguda is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ambaguda
Where is Ambaguda located?
Ambaguda village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambaguda?
Ambaguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ambaguda?
The pincode of Ambaguda is 763001.
What is the population of Ambaguda?
Ambaguda has a total population of 3,245, including 1,562 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Ambaguda?
There are 796 households in Ambaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaguda is 64.07%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 59.12%.