Atabenga - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Atabenga is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atabenga is 275962. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Atabenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atabenga
According to the 2011 Census, Atabenga village had a total population of 106 people, including 56 males and 50 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.47%, with male literacy at 28.26% and female literacy at 26.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Atabenga
Atabenga 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 Atabenga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Atabenga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Atabenga is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atabenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atabenga 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 Atabenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atabenga 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 Atabenga
Where is Atabenga located?
Atabenga village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Atabenga?
The pincode of Atabenga is 794105.
What is the population of Atabenga?
Atabenga had a total population of 106, including 56 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Atabenga?
Atabenga had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atabenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atabenga was 27.47%. Male literacy was 28.26% and female literacy was 26.67%.