Athoon
Athoon is a village located in Bashohli tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Basohli (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Athoon has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Athoon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athoon is 001752. The village spans a total geographical area of 2236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184202. Basohli is nearest town to Athoon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Athoon
Population of Athoon
Below is a concise population overview of Athoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 569 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 199 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 300 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 269 | 317 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athoon village:
- The total population of Athoon village is around 1,043, including approximately 569 males and 474 females, with a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Athoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athoon village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 357 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athoon village is about 43.82%, with male literacy at 52.72% and female literacy at 33.12%.
- There are around 198 households in Athoon village.
Connectivity of Athoon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athoon. As per the 2011 stats, Athoon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athoon
Knowing the nearby villages of Athoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athoon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athoon
- Where is Athoon located?
- Athoon village is situated in Bashohli Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Athoon?
- The pincode of Athoon is 184202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athoon is 1,043, with 569 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Athoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athoon village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athoon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athoon is 43.82%. The male literacy rate is 52.72%, while the female literacy rate is 33.12%.