Ambajhari - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Ambajhari is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kadaligarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambajhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambajhari is 382503. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ambajhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambajhari
According to the 2011 Census, Ambajhari village had a total population of 307 people, including 148 males and 159 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.18%, with male literacy at 99.25% and female literacy at 81.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 307 | 148 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 133 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 15 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Ambajhari
Ambajhari 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 Ambajhari
Ambajhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Redhakhol to Ambajhari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ambajhari is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambajhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambajhari 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 Ambajhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambajhari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ambajhari
Where is Ambajhari located?
Ambajhari village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambajhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambajhari is Kadaligarh.
What is the pincode of Ambajhari?
The pincode of Ambajhari is 768106.
What is the population of Ambajhari?
Ambajhari had a total population of 307, including 148 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Ambajhari?
Ambajhari had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambajhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambajhari was 90.18%. Male literacy was 99.25% and female literacy was 81.56%.