Athanga
Athanga is a village located in Kandarpur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kandarpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kandarpur is the gram panchayat of Athanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Athanga unique in its vibrant Kandarpur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Athanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Athanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athanga is 400157. The village spans a total geographical area of 200 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754100. Cuttack is nearest town to Athanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Athanga
Population of Athanga
According to the 2011 Census, Athanga has a total population of about 1,352, with approximately 683 males and 669 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 428 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.81%, with male literacy at about 83.16% and female literacy near 68.31%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 683 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 212 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,025 | 568 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 115 | 212 |
Connectivity of Athanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athanga. As per the 2011 stats, Athanga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Athanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athanga
- Where is Athanga located?
- Athanga village is situated in Kandarpur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athanga is Kandarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athanga?
- The pincode of Athanga is 754100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athanga is 1,352, with 683 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Athanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athanga village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athanga is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 83.16%, while the female literacy rate is 68.31%.