Amba
About Amba
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Amba village is 261344. Amba village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Amba village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 711.2 hectares. Amba has a total population of 2,193 peoples, out of which male population is 1,129 while female population is 1,064. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of amba village is 62.24% out of which 66.78% males and 57.42% females are literate. There are about 438 houses in amba village. Pincode of amba village locality is 737133.
When it comes to administration, Amba village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Amba village comes under Rhenock Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Amba
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,193 | 1,129 | 1,064 |
| Literate Population | 1,365 | 754 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 375 | 453 |
Connectivity of Amba
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amba
Where is Amba located?
Amba village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
Amba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Amba?
The pincode of Amba is 737133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Amba is 2,193, with 1,129 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 62.24%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 57.42%.