Ambere - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Ambere is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Shyampur and around 65 km from Howrah. Baneswarpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ambere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ambere is 333144. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.75 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ambere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ambere
As per Census 2011, Ambere village has a total population of 1,512 people, consisting of 791 males and 721 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 983 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ambere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 791 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 68 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 254 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 566 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 225 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Ambere
Ambere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadiara | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Sibpur | West | 1.13 km |
| Gurepol | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Pichhaldaha | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Baneshwarpur | North | 2.57 km |
| Kathanali | North | 3.50 km |
| Kurchi Beria | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Goaldaha | North | 3.67 km |
| Kamdebpur | North | 3.99 km |
| Kshirish Beria | North | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ambere
Ambere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Satish Samanta P.h., while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| 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 Uluberia to Ambere is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Ambere is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ambere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ambere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ambere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ambere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ambere
Where is Ambere located?
Ambere village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ambere?
The Gram Panchayat of Ambere is Baneswarpur-i.
What is the pincode of Ambere?
The pincode of Ambere is 711314.
What is the population of Ambere?
Ambere has a total population of 1,512, including 791 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Ambere?
There are 351 households in Ambere.
What is the literacy rate in Ambere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ambere is 65.01%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 57.84%.