Atharga - Indi, Vijayapura
Atharga is a village situated in the Indi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Indi and around 25 km from Bijapur. Atharga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atharga is 599242. The village covers a total geographical area of 5466.87 hectares and falls under the 586112 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Atharga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atharga
As per Census 2011, Atharga village has a total population of 10,075 people, consisting of 5,180 males and 4,895 females. The village has 1,922 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,834 literate and 4,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atharga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Atharga
Atharga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Benakanahalli | East | 6.10 km |
| Hunsyal | South | 6.54 km |
| Minchinal | West | 6.84 km |
| Nagathan | South-West | 7.32 km |
| Lingadalli | North | 7.34 km |
| Kyatanakeri | North-West | 7.50 km |
| Kotnal | North-West | 7.82 km |
| Shirkanahalli | South-East | 8.28 km |
| Gunaki | West | 8.67 km |
| Shivapur [b.k.] | East | 8.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atharga
Atharga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Minchnal, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Atharga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Atharga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atharga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atharga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atharga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atharga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atharga
Where is Atharga located?
Atharga village is located in Indi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atharga?
Atharga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atharga?
The pincode of Atharga is 586112.
What is the population of Atharga?
Atharga has a total population of 10,075, including 5,180 males and 4,895 females.
How many households are there in Atharga?
There are 1,922 households in Atharga.
What is the literacy rate in Atharga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atharga is 57.91%. Male literacy is 67.57% and female literacy is 47.68%.