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
As per Census 2011, Atal village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 124 males and 107 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 124 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 231, including 124 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Atal?
There are 45 households in Atal.
What is the literacy rate in Atal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atal is 42.42%. Male literacy is 47.58% and female literacy is 36.45%.