Ambogam - Kotpad, Koraput
Ambogam is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Murthahandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambogam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambogam is 428171. The village covers a total geographical area of 1514 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ambogam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambogam
As per Census 2011, Ambogam village has a total population of 2,372 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,244 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 1,569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambogam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,372 | 1,128 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 203 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 167 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,682 | 780 | 902 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 491 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,569 | 637 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Ambogam
Ambogam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhigam | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Sorishapadar | East | 3.20 km |
| Potanar | North | 3.64 km |
| Deuda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Mokagam | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Murtahandi | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Mundaguda | East | 4.98 km |
| Chandili | North | 5.17 km |
| Umorapondi | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Dhanpunji | North-West | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambogam
Public transport in the Ambogam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sunabeda to Ambogam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ambogam is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambogam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambogam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambogam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambogam 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 Ambogam
Where is Ambogam located?
Ambogam village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambogam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambogam is Murthahandi.
What is the pincode of Ambogam?
The pincode of Ambogam is 764058.
What is the population of Ambogam?
Ambogam has a total population of 2,372, including 1,128 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Ambogam?
There are 560 households in Ambogam.
What is the literacy rate in Ambogam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambogam is 33.85%. Male literacy is 43.53% and female literacy is 25.08%.