Atkot - Jasdan, Rajkot
Atkot is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Atkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atkot is 513155. The village covers a total geographical area of 2190.85 hectares and falls under the 360040 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Atkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atkot
As per Census 2011, Atkot village has a total population of 10,079 people, consisting of 4,967 males and 5,112 females. The village has 1,878 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,067 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,003 literate and 3,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,079 | 4,967 | 5,112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,067 | 560 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 237 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 7,003 | 3,711 | 3,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,076 | 1,256 | 1,820 |
Nearby Villages of Atkot
Atkot 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 Atkot
Atkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jasdan to Atkot is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Atkot is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atkot
Where is Atkot located?
Atkot village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atkot?
Atkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atkot?
The pincode of Atkot is 360040.
What is the population of Atkot?
Atkot has a total population of 10,079, including 4,967 males and 5,112 females.
How many households are there in Atkot?
There are 1,878 households in Atkot.
What is the literacy rate in Atkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atkot is 69.48%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 64.40%.