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
As per Census 2011, Ambajhari village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 148 males and 159 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambajhari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 307, including 148 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Ambajhari?
There are 82 households in Ambajhari.
What is the literacy rate in Ambajhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambajhari is 80.78%. Male literacy is 89.86% and female literacy is 72.33%.