Ambarudi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Ambarudi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kamarposh Balang and around 160 km from Sundargarh. Sankhaposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambarudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambarudi is 384740. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Ambarudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambarudi
As per Census 2011, Ambarudi village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 470 males and 485 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 918 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambarudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 470 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 90 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 918 | 452 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 237 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 233 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Ambarudi
Ambarudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lauposh | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Sanfakirmunda | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Sankhaposh | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Bandupada | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Fakirmunda | North | 2.40 km |
| Ghusuriposh | South | 2.50 km |
| Mahantatangarpali | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Gopna | West | 3.21 km |
| Sanpurunapani | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Tetengagilla | South-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambarudi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ambarudi. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Ambarudi is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Ambarudi is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambarudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambarudi 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 Ambarudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambarudi 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 Ambarudi
Where is Ambarudi located?
Ambarudi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambarudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambarudi is Sankhaposh.
What is the pincode of Ambarudi?
The pincode of Ambarudi is 770040.
What is the population of Ambarudi?
Ambarudi has a total population of 955, including 470 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Ambarudi?
There are 197 households in Ambarudi.
What is the literacy rate in Ambarudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambarudi is 38.85%. Male literacy is 50.43% and female literacy is 27.63%.