Atta - Samalkha, Panipat
Atta is a village situated in the Samalkha tehsil of Panipat district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samalkha and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Panipat. Atta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atta is 059555. The village covers a total geographical area of 819 hectares and falls under the 132122 pincode. Samalkha is the nearest town.
Atta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samalkha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atta
According to the 2011 Census, Atta village had a total population of 7,710 people, including 4,202 males and 3,508 females, living in 1,481 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 57.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 730.
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 | 7,710 | 4,202 | 3,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,072 | 564 | 508 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 396 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,409 | 2,699 | 1,710 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,301 | 1,503 | 1,798 |
Nearby Villages of Atta
Atta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Matnauli | North | 2.28 km |
| Khojkipur | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Dikadla | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Bhanauli | East | 2.88 km |
| Hathwala | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Bilaspur | East | 3.68 km |
| Raimal | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Begam Taharpur | North | 4.19 km |
| Ferozpur | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Gari Chhaju | North-West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atta
Atta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samalkha, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panipat to Atta is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atta 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 Atta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atta
Where is Atta located?
Atta village is located in Samalkha Tehsil, Panipat district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atta?
Atta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atta?
The pincode of Atta is 132122.
What is the population of Atta?
Atta had a total population of 7,710, including 4,202 males and 3,508 females.
How many households are there in Atta?
Atta had 1,481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atta was 66.42%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 57.00%.