Amba

Amba is a village located in Kharagpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Amba village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kalaikunda is the gram panchayat of Amba village.

Amba has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 341550. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Amba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km 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 3,900 1,983 1,917
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 517 275 242
Scheduled Castes (SC) 983 490 493
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 542 268 274
Literate Population 2,346 1,329 1,017
Illiterate Population 1,554 654 900

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

  • The total population of Amba village is around 3,900, including approximately 1,983 males and 1,917 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 517 children aged 0–6 years in Amba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Amba village has 983 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 542 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Amba village is about 60.15%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 53.05%.
  • There are around 826 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Amba

Where is Amba located?
Amba village is situated in Kharagpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amba?
The Gram Panchayat of Amba is Kalaikunda (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 721301, 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 3,900, with 1,983 males and 1,917 females.
How many households are there in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Amba village has a total of 826 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Amba is 60.15%. The male literacy rate is 67.02%, while the female literacy rate is 53.05%.