Aturgaon
Aturgaon is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Aturgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Aturgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Aturgaon unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Aturgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Aturgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aturgaon is 447855. The village spans a total geographical area of 434.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Kanker is nearest town to Aturgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Aturgaon village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Aturgaon
Population of Aturgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Aturgaon has a total population of about 910, with approximately 423 males and 487 females. The sex ratio is around 1151 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 525. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.54%, with male literacy at about 79.67% and female literacy near 64.48%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aturgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 423 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 38 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 242 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 337 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 86 | 173 |
Connectivity of Aturgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aturgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Aturgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aturgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Aturgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aturgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aturgaon
- Where is Aturgaon located?
- Aturgaon village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aturgaon?
- Aturgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aturgaon?
- The pincode of Aturgaon is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aturgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aturgaon is 910, with 423 males and 487 females.
- How many households are there in Aturgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aturgaon village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aturgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aturgaon is 71.54%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 64.48%.