Athlun - Saho, Chamba
Athlun is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Chamba. Athluien serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athlun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athlun is 007978. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.03 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Athlun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athlun
As per Census 2011, Athlun village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 216 males and 237 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athlun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 216 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 135 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 81 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Athlun
Athlun 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 Athlun
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Athlun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Athlun is about 32 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 Athlun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athlun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Athlun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athlun 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athlun
Where is Athlun located?
Athlun village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athlun?
The Gram Panchayat of Athlun is Athluien.
What is the pincode of Athlun?
The pincode of Athlun is 176314.
What is the population of Athlun?
Athlun has a total population of 453, including 216 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Athlun?
There are 77 households in Athlun.
What is the literacy rate in Athlun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athlun is 53.42%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 45.15%.