Atra - Seondha, Datia
Atra is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Atra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atra is 454425. The village covers a total geographical area of 899.25 hectares and falls under the 475682 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Atra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atra
As per Census 2011, Atra village has a total population of 2,141 people, consisting of 1,178 males and 963 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,340 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,141 | 1,178 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 172 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 356 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 860 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 318 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Atra
Atra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rathawali | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Vijaypura | East | 1.70 km |
| Khanjapura | West | 1.96 km |
| Basturi | North | 2.08 km |
| Dharampura | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Beerpura | East | 2.50 km |
| Vyaspura | West | 2.80 km |
| Kunwarpura | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Dabhni | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Jasawali | South-East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atra
Public transport in the Atra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Erich Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Atra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Atra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Atra
Where is Atra located?
Atra village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atra?
Atra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atra?
The pincode of Atra is 475682.
What is the population of Atra?
Atra has a total population of 2,141, including 1,178 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Atra?
There are 394 households in Atra.
What is the literacy rate in Atra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atra is 62.59%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 49.84%.