Athantara - Niali, Cuttack
Athantara is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Baharana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athantara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athantara is 400341. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Athantara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athantara
As per Census 2011, Athantara village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 926 males and 814 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,253 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athantara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 926 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 97 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 187 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 734 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 192 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Athantara
Athantara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balisahi | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Solamanga | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Barimundei | West | 1.44 km |
| Deuli | North | 1.49 km |
| Badaro | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Lunigan | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Podana | South | 2.03 km |
| Pokharigan | North | 2.41 km |
| Taradapada | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Kapasi | South | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athantara
Public transport in the Athantara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Athantara is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athantara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athantara 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 Athantara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athantara 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athantara
Where is Athantara located?
Athantara village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athantara?
The Gram Panchayat of Athantara is Baharana.
What is the pincode of Athantara?
The pincode of Athantara is 754004.
What is the population of Athantara?
Athantara has a total population of 1,740, including 926 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Athantara?
There are 377 households in Athantara.
What is the literacy rate in Athantara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athantara is 72.01%. Male literacy is 79.27% and female literacy is 63.76%.