Athallta - Mahanpur, Kathua
Athallta is a village situated in the Mahanpur tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Basohli and around 40 km from Kathua. Athialta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athallta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athallta is 001750. The village covers a total geographical area of 3117 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Basohli is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Athallta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basohli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athallta
As per Census 2011, Athallta village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 887 males and 864 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 729 literate and 1,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 820 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athallta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 887 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 166 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 820 | 405 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 442 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 445 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Athallta
Athallta 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 Athallta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Athallta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basohli to Athallta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Athallta is about 40 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 Athallta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athallta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Athallta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athallta 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athallta
Where is Athallta located?
Athallta village is located in Mahanpur Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athallta?
The Gram Panchayat of Athallta is Athialta.
What is the pincode of Athallta?
The pincode of Athallta is 184202.
What is the population of Athallta?
Athallta has a total population of 1,751, including 887 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Athallta?
There are 319 households in Athallta.
What is the literacy rate in Athallta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athallta is 41.63%. Male literacy is 49.83% and female literacy is 33.22%.