Atterga - Bhalki, Bidar
Atterga is a village situated in the Bhalki taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhalki and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Attarga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atterga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atterga is 599840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1148.54 hectares and falls under the 585416 pincode. Bhalki is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Atterga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhalki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atterga
As per Census 2011, Atterga village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 879 males and 861 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,069 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atterga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 879 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 119 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 336 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 584 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 295 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Atterga
Atterga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjarga | West | 2.28 km |
| Kalsar Tugaon | East | 3.01 km |
| Mankeshwar | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Anandwadi | North | 4.12 km |
| Srimali | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Kasara Tugaon Wadi | East | 4.62 km |
| Mehkar | South | 4.80 km |
| Bolegaon | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Alwai | West | 5.21 km |
| Bolegaon | North | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atterga
Atterga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhalki to Atterga is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Atterga is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atterga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atterga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atterga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atterga 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atterga
Where is Atterga located?
Atterga village is located in Bhalki Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atterga?
The Gram Panchayat of Atterga is Attarga.
What is the pincode of Atterga?
The pincode of Atterga is 585416.
What is the population of Atterga?
Atterga has a total population of 1,740, including 879 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Atterga?
There are 343 households in Atterga.
What is the literacy rate in Atterga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atterga is 61.44%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 56.33%.