Atar - Sabalgarh, Morena
Atar is a village situated in the Sabalgarh tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabalgarh and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Atar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atar is 452659. The village covers a total geographical area of 1689.8 hectares and falls under the 476229 pincode. Sabalgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Atar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atar
As per Census 2011, Atar village has a total population of 3,231 people, consisting of 1,712 males and 1,519 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,837 literate and 1,394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,231 | 1,712 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 254 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 288 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,837 | 1,170 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,394 | 542 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Atar
Atar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digwar | North | 2.33 km |
| Bawadi | East | 2.55 km |
| Jawrol | South | 2.77 km |
| Kheda Digwar | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Kiratpur | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Mangrol | East | 4.16 km |
| Jatoli | South | 4.18 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 4.62 km |
| Nandwana | South | 4.72 km |
| Barred | North-West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atar
Atar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rampahari, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sabalgarh to Atar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Atar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atar 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 Atar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atar
Where is Atar located?
Atar village is located in Sabalgarh Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atar?
Atar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atar?
The pincode of Atar is 476229.
What is the population of Atar?
Atar has a total population of 3,231, including 1,712 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Atar?
There are 624 households in Atar.
What is the literacy rate in Atar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atar is 56.86%. Male literacy is 68.34% and female literacy is 43.91%.