Amba

Amba is a village located in Khandaghosh subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sagrai. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Amba village. As per 2009 stats, Kaiarh is the gram panchayat of Amba village.

Amba has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Amba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Amba is 320944. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713423. Burdwan is nearest town to Amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Amba

Below is a concise population overview of Amba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,633 844 789
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 101 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 871 453 418
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,029 593 436
Illiterate Population 604 251 353

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Amba village:

  • The total population of Amba village is around 1,633, including approximately 844 males and 789 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Amba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amba village has 871 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Amba village is about 63.01%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 55.26%.
  • There are around 350 households in Amba village.

Connectivity of Amba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Amba. As per the 2011 stats, Amba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Amba

Knowing the nearby villages of Amba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Amba.

Amilia Kantapukur Kamdebpur Kaiar Gopinathpur Pitambarpur Balabati Arin Bara Gopinathpur Shankarpur Torkona

Frequently Asked Questions about Amba

Where is Amba located?
Amba village is situated in Khandaghosh Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
The Gram Panchayat of Amba is Kaiarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Amba?
The pincode of Amba is 713423, 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 1,633, with 844 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 70.26%, while the female literacy rate is 55.26%.