Ambaguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Ambaguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chandahandi and around 112 km from Nabarangapur . Mohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaguda is 427437. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 47 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 Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ambaguda village had a total population of 265 people, including 140 males and 125 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.22%, with male literacy at 67.26% and female literacy at 33.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 27 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 76 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 64 | 86 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Ambaguda is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ambaguda is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambaguda
Where is Ambaguda located?
Ambaguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambaguda is Mohara.
What is the pincode of Ambaguda?
The pincode of Ambaguda is 764077.
What is the population of Ambaguda?
Ambaguda had a total population of 265, including 140 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Ambaguda?
Ambaguda had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaguda was 50.22%. Male literacy was 67.26% and female literacy was 33.62%.