Atkur
Atkur is a village located in Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmabad (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Atkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Atkur has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Atkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Atkur is 544983. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.47 hectares. Dharmabad is nearest town to Atkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Atkur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Atkur
Population of Atkur
Below is a concise population overview of Atkur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,246 | 620 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 145 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 228 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 430 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 190 | 307 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Atkur village:
- The total population of Atkur village is around 1,246, including approximately 620 males and 626 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Atkur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Atkur village has 297 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 467 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Atkur village is about 60.11%, with male literacy at 69.35% and female literacy at 50.96%.
- There are around 226 households in Atkur village.
Connectivity of Atkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Atkur. As per the 2011 stats, Atkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Atkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Atkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Atkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Atkur
- Where is Atkur located?
- Atkur village is situated in Dharmabad Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Atkur?
- Atkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Atkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Atkur is 1,246, with 620 males and 626 females.
- How many households are there in Atkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Atkur village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Atkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Atkur is 60.11%. The male literacy rate is 69.35%, while the female literacy rate is 50.96%.