Atal - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Atal is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Jegol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atal is 507720. The village covers a total geographical area of 488.91 hectares and falls under the 385505 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Atal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atal
According to the 2011 Census, Atal village had a total population of 231 people, including 124 males and 107 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.04%, with male literacy at 60.20% and female literacy at 41.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 65 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Atal
Atal 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 Atal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Atal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Atal is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atal
Where is Atal located?
Atal village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atal?
The Gram Panchayat of Atal is Jegol.
What is the pincode of Atal?
The pincode of Atal is 385505.
What is the population of Atal?
Atal had a total population of 231, including 124 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Atal?
Atal had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atal was 51.04%. Male literacy was 60.20% and female literacy was 41.49%.