Athanur Gram Panchayat, Sirawara
Athanur is a Gram Panchayat located in the Raichur district of Karnataka. It falls under the Sirawara Taluka Panchayat and Raichur Zilla Panchayat. Athanur Gram Panchayat covers a total of 3 villages: Atnur, Jakkal Dinni, and Shakapur. It is headed by an elected President, while administrative work is handled by the Panchayat Development Officer.
List of Villages in Athanur Gram Panchayat
Athanur Gram Panchayat covers the following villages.
| Sl. No. | Village |
|---|---|
| 1 | Atnur |
| 2 | Jakkal Dinni |
| 3 | Shakapur |
Panchayati Raj Structure for Athanur Gram Panchayat
Athanur Gram Panchayat is part of Karnataka's three-tier Panchayati Raj structure. The three levels are described below.
Tier 1: Gram Panchayat (GP)
Athanur Gram Panchayat is the village-level Panchayati Raj institution. It handles local development and basic civic services such as drinking water, sanitation, street lighting and village infrastructure.
Tier 2: Block Panchayat (BP)
Sirawara Taluka Panchayat is the intermediate-level Panchayati Raj institution for Athanur Gram Panchayat. It coordinates development activities across Gram Panchayats in its area.
Tier 3: District Panchayat (DP)
Raichur Zilla Panchayat is the district-level Panchayati Raj institution for Athanur Gram Panchayat. It coordinates development planning and activities at the district level.
FAQs about Athanur Gram Panchayat
Where is Athanur Gram Panchayat located?
Athanur Gram Panchayat is located in the Raichur district of Karnataka. It falls under the Sirawara Taluka Panchayat.
How many villages come under Athanur Gram Panchayat?
3 villages come under Athanur Gram Panchayat: Atnur, Jakkal Dinni, and Shakapur.
Which Taluka Panchayat does Athanur Gram Panchayat come under?
Athanur Gram Panchayat comes under Sirawara Taluka Panchayat, the intermediate-level Panchayati Raj institution in Raichur district.
Which District Panchayat does Athanur Gram Panchayat come under?
Raichur Zilla Panchayat is the district-level Panchayati Raj institution for Athanur Gram Panchayat.
How many tiers does the Panchayati Raj structure of Karnataka have?
Karnataka follows a three-tier structure. Athanur Gram Panchayat sits at the village level, Sirawara Taluka Panchayat at the intermediate level and Raichur Zilla Panchayat at the district level.
Who heads Athanur Gram Panchayat?
Athanur Gram Panchayat is headed by an elected President. Day-to-day administrative work is handled by the Panchayat Development Officer.
What does Athanur Gram Panchayat do?
Athanur Gram Panchayat handles local development and basic civic services in its villages, such as drinking water, sanitation, street lighting and village infrastructure.