Athakhura
Athakhura is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Simili is the gram panchayat of Athakhura village.
Here you can discover what makes Athakhura unique in its vibrant Konark-Puri region. You’ll see Athakhura’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 Athakhura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athakhura is 409288. The village spans a total geographical area of 29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752111. Konark is nearest town to Athakhura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athakhura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Athakhura
Population of Athakhura
According to the 2011 Census, Athakhura has a total population of about 84, with approximately 45 males and 39 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 10 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.14%, with male literacy at about 82.22% and female literacy near 82.05%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athakhura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Connectivity of Athakhura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athakhura. As per the 2011 stats, Athakhura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athakhura
Knowing the nearby villages of Athakhura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athakhura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athakhura
- Where is Athakhura located?
- Athakhura village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athakhura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athakhura is Simili (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athakhura?
- The pincode of Athakhura is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athakhura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athakhura is 84, with 45 males and 39 females.
- How many households are there in Athakhura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athakhura village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athakhura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athakhura is 82.14%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 82.05%.