Athola - Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Dadra And Nagar Haveli
Athola is a village situated in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli taluka of Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu. It is located approximately 4 km from Silvassa and around 4 km from Silvassa. Samarvani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athola is 524942. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.46 hectares and falls under the 396230 pincode. Silvassa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Athola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athola
According to the 2011 Census, Athola village had a total population of 4,668 people, including 2,480 males and 2,188 females, living in 1,018 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.73%, with male literacy at 85.46% and female literacy at 62.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,807.
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 | 4,668 | 2,480 | 2,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 627 | 293 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,807 | 1,883 | 1,924 |
| Literate Population | 3,020 | 1,869 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 611 | 1,037 |
Nearby Villages of Athola
Athola 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 Athola
Athola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silvassa to Athola is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Athola
Where is Athola located?
Athola village is located in Dadra & Nagar Haveli Taluka, Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athola?
The Gram Panchayat of Athola is Samarvani.
What is the pincode of Athola?
The pincode of Athola is 396230.
What is the population of Athola?
Athola had a total population of 4,668, including 2,480 males and 2,188 females.
How many households are there in Athola?
Athola had 1,018 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athola was 74.73%. Male literacy was 85.46% and female literacy was 62.08%.