Ambjhuri - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Ambjhuri is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Burda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambjhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambjhuri is 382388. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ambjhuri 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 Ambjhuri
According to the 2011 Census, Ambjhuri village had a total population of 65 people, including 31 males and 34 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.14%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Ambjhuri
Ambjhuri 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 Ambjhuri
Public transport in the Ambjhuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ambjhuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Ambjhuri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Ambjhuri is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambjhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambjhuri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ambjhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambjhuri 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 Ambjhuri
Where is Ambjhuri located?
Ambjhuri village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambjhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambjhuri is Burda.
What is the pincode of Ambjhuri?
The pincode of Ambjhuri is 768106.
What is the population of Ambjhuri?
Ambjhuri had a total population of 65, including 31 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Ambjhuri?
Ambjhuri had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ambjhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambjhuri was 56.14%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 41.38%.