Athrah - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Athrah is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Vatari Bihun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athrah is 013377. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.81 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Athrah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athrah
According to the 2011 Census, Athrah village had a total population of 170 people, including 74 males and 96 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,297 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.65%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 170 | 74 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 24 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Athrah
Athrah 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 Athrah
Public transport in the Athrah is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mandi to Athrah is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athrah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athrah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athrah
Where is Athrah located?
Athrah village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Athrah is Vatari Bihun.
What is the pincode of Athrah?
The pincode of Athrah is 175015.
What is the population of Athrah?
Athrah had a total population of 170, including 74 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Athrah?
Athrah had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athrah was 73.65%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 67.05%.