Atarsumba - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Atarsumba is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Atarsumba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarsumba is 476875. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Atarsumba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarsumba
As per Census 2011, Atarsumba village has a total population of 3,324 people, consisting of 1,637 males and 1,687 females. The village has 765 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 713 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,412 literate and 1,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atarsumba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,324 | 1,637 | 1,687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 366 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,220 | 1,582 | 1,638 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 834 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 803 | 1,109 |
Nearby Villages of Atarsumba
Atarsumba 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 Atarsumba
Atarsumba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Atarsumba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sanawad to Atarsumba is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Atarsumba is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atarsumba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarsumba 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atarsumba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarsumba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atarsumba
Where is Atarsumba located?
Atarsumba village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atarsumba?
Atarsumba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atarsumba?
The pincode of Atarsumba is 451113.
What is the population of Atarsumba?
Atarsumba has a total population of 3,324, including 1,637 males and 1,687 females.
How many households are there in Atarsumba?
There are 765 households in Atarsumba.
What is the literacy rate in Atarsumba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarsumba is 42.48%. Male literacy is 50.95% and female literacy is 34.26%.