Attar - Chhaigaon Makhan, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Attar is a village situated in the Chhaigaon Makhan tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from Khandwa and around 34 km from Khandwa. Attar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attar is 505791. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 450445 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Attar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Attar
As per Census 2011, Attar village has a total population of 2,219 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,042 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,485 literate and 734 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Attar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,219 | 1,177 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 137 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 916 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 261 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Attar
Attar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Attar
Public transport in the Attar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Attar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Attar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Attar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attar 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 Attar
Where is Attar located?
Attar village is located in Chhaigaon Makhan Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Attar?
Attar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Attar?
The pincode of Attar is 450445.
What is the population of Attar?
Attar has a total population of 2,219, including 1,177 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Attar?
There are 517 households in Attar.
What is the literacy rate in Attar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attar is 66.92%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 54.61%.