Ambaguda - Dabugan, Nabarangpur
Ambaguda is a village situated in the Dabugan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Dabugan and around 45 km from Nabarangapur . Barigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambaguda is 427650. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 43 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 Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambaguda
As per Census 2011, Ambaguda village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 182 males and 187 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 104 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 78 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Ambaguda
Ambaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rabanaguda | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Mendriguda | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Gadamaguda | West | 2.43 km |
| Mendra | North | 2.86 km |
| Parsabeda | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Borigam | South | 3.05 km |
| Mangrachachara | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Dhansaraguda | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Mundibeda | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Chelibeda | South-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambaguda
Ambaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 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 Nabarangapur to Ambaguda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ambaguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ambaguda
Where is Ambaguda located?
Ambaguda village is located in Dabugan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambaguda is Barigam.
What is the pincode of Ambaguda?
The pincode of Ambaguda is 764072.
What is the population of Ambaguda?
Ambaguda has a total population of 369, including 182 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Ambaguda?
There are 92 households in Ambaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambaguda is 41.73%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 26.74%.