Atharga
Atharga is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Atharga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Atharga unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Atharga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Atharga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Atharga is 599242. The village spans a total geographical area of 5466.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Bijapur is nearest town to Atharga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Atharga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Atharga
Population of Atharga
According to the 2011 Census, Atharga has a total population of about 10,075, with approximately 5,180 males and 4,895 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,414 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,510 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.91%, with male literacy at about 67.57% and female literacy near 47.68%. There are around 1,922 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Atharga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,075 | 5,180 | 4,895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,414 | 740 | 674 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,510 | 1,822 | 1,688 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5,834 | 3,500 | 2,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,241 | 1,680 | 2,561 |
Connectivity of Atharga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Atharga. As per the 2011 stats, Atharga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Atharga
Knowing the nearby villages of Atharga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Atharga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Atharga
- Where is Atharga located?
- Atharga village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Atharga?
- Atharga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Atharga?
- The pincode of Atharga is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Atharga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Atharga is 10,075, with 5,180 males and 4,895 females.
- How many households are there in Atharga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Atharga village has a total of 1,922 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Atharga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Atharga is 57.91%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 47.68%.