Athangan - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Athangan is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bhimtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athangan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athangan is 391046. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Athangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athangan
According to the 2011 Census, Athangan village had a total population of 900 people, including 479 males and 421 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 70.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 900 | 479 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 116 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 379 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 100 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Athangan
Athangan 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 Athangan
Athangan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Athangan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Athangan is about 46 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 Athangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athangan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athangan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athangan
Where is Athangan located?
Athangan village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Athangan is Bhimtali.
What is the pincode of Athangan?
The pincode of Athangan is 757041.
What is the population of Athangan?
Athangan had a total population of 900, including 479 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Athangan?
Athangan had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athangan was 81.36%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 70.95%.