Atigaon - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Atigaon is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Asttagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atigaon is 423708. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Atigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atigaon
As per Census 2011, Atigaon village has a total population of 2,215 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,087 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 1,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,215 | 1,128 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 256 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 666 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 462 | 676 |
Nearby Villages of Atigaon
Atigaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandulguda | West | 1.58 km |
| Michhagaon | South | 1.83 km |
| Farang | North | 2.48 km |
| Phunda | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Talamala | East | 2.65 km |
| Kumbhari | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Chilgaon | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Masigaon | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Kelia | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Baghadungri | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atigaon
Atigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Atigaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Atigaon is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Atigaon
Where is Atigaon located?
Atigaon village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Atigaon is Asttagaon.
What is the pincode of Atigaon?
The pincode of Atigaon is 766014.
What is the population of Atigaon?
Atigaon has a total population of 2,215, including 1,128 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Atigaon?
There are 560 households in Atigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Atigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atigaon is 48.62%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 37.81%.