Atarsuma - Dahi, Dhar
Atarsuma is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Atarsuma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarsuma is 475556. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.59 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Atarsuma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarsuma
As per Census 2011, Atarsuma village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,054 males and 1,061 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 1,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,655 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atarsuma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,115 | 1,054 | 1,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 151 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,655 | 813 | 842 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 439 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,363 | 615 | 748 |
Nearby Villages of Atarsuma
Atarsuma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagawa | West | 2.00 km |
| Thandala | East | 2.29 km |
| Pendharwani | South | 2.36 km |
| Narjhali | North | 2.61 km |
| Ummedpura | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Chhediyapipal | West | 2.89 km |
| Devdha | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Chakaliya | West | 3.67 km |
| Kankriya | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Sidari | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atarsuma
Atarsuma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Atarsuma is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Atarsuma is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atarsuma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarsuma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atarsuma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarsuma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atarsuma
Where is Atarsuma located?
Atarsuma village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atarsuma?
Atarsuma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atarsuma?
The pincode of Atarsuma is 454331.
What is the population of Atarsuma?
Atarsuma has a total population of 2,115, including 1,054 males and 1,061 females.
How many households are there in Atarsuma?
There are 403 households in Atarsuma.
What is the literacy rate in Atarsuma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarsuma is 35.56%. Male literacy is 41.65% and female literacy is 29.50%.