Atala - Aali, Kendrapara
Atala is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Atala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atala is 396188. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 754231 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Atala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atala
As per Census 2011, Atala village has a total population of 350 people, consisting of 152 males and 198 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,302 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 350 | 152 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 129 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Atala
Atala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandol | East | 0.71 km |
| Sahupada | South | 0.90 km |
| Purilo | North | 1.16 km |
| Beta | West | 1.18 km |
| Kochila | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Kundilo | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Gambharia | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Dhaneswarpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Podamarai | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Kaladia | South-West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atala
Atala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pattamundai to Atala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Atala is about 45 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 Atala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atala 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 Atala
Where is Atala located?
Atala village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atala?
Atala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atala?
The pincode of Atala is 754231.
What is the population of Atala?
Atala has a total population of 350, including 152 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Atala?
There are 73 households in Atala.
What is the literacy rate in Atala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atala is 82.57%. Male literacy is 84.87% and female literacy is 80.81%.