Atma - Islampur, Nalanda
Atma is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Aatama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atma is 244916. The village covers a total geographical area of 497 hectares and falls under the 801303 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Atma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Atma
According to the 2011 Census, Atma village had a total population of 3,832 people, including 1,994 males and 1,838 females, living in 608 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.25%, with male literacy at 73.95% and female literacy at 44.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 3,832 | 1,994 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 692 | 324 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,892 | 1,235 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,940 | 759 | 1,181 |
Nearby Villages of Atma
Atma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirhari | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Baralgawan | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Sharifa | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Nohsa | East | 2.71 km |
| Akbarpur | West | 2.78 km |
| Pachloa | West | 2.93 km |
| Amia Bigha | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Nilkanth Bigha | North | 3.25 km |
| Harseni | South | 3.49 km |
| Sakri | South | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atma
Atma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Atma is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Atma is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atma 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 Atma
Where is Atma located?
Atma village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Atma?
The Gram Panchayat of Atma is Aatama.
What is the pincode of Atma?
The pincode of Atma is 801303.
What is the population of Atma?
Atma had a total population of 3,832, including 1,994 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Atma?
Atma had 608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atma was 60.25%. Male literacy was 73.95% and female literacy was 44.69%.