Ata - Barpeta
Ata is a village situated in the Barpeta subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. Datirbori-ata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ata is 283045. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.8 hectares and falls under the 781352 pincode. Barpeta is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarukhetri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barpeta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ata
According to the 2011 Census, Ata village had a total population of 3,838 people, including 2,007 males and 1,831 females, living in 763 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.47%, with male literacy at 72.77% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 477.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,838 | 2,007 | 1,831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 632 | 336 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 260 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,216 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,707 | 791 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Ata
Ata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ata
Ata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barpeta to Ata is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ata
Where is Ata located?
Ata village is located in Barpeta Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ata?
The Gram Panchayat of Ata is Datirbori-ata.
What is the pincode of Ata?
The pincode of Ata is 781352.
What is the population of Ata?
Ata had a total population of 3,838, including 2,007 males and 1,831 females.
How many households are there in Ata?
Ata had 763 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ata was 66.47%. Male literacy was 72.77% and female literacy was 59.61%.