Ambapadar - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Ambapadar is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Telerai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambapadar is 431047. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ambapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Ambapadar village had a total population of 144 people, including 73 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.73%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 23.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 53 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ambapadar
Ambapadar 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 Ambapadar
Ambapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Ambapadar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ambapadar is about 70 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 Ambapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambapadar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambapadar 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 Ambapadar
Where is Ambapadar located?
Ambapadar village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambapadar is Telerai.
What is the pincode of Ambapadar?
The pincode of Ambapadar is 764086.
What is the population of Ambapadar?
Ambapadar had a total population of 144, including 73 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Ambapadar?
Ambapadar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambapadar was 29.73%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 23.64%.