Attari - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Attari is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Attalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Attari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attari is 037654. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 143108 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Attari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Attari
As per Census 2011, Attari village has a total population of 8,921 people, consisting of 4,810 males and 4,111 females. The village has 1,670 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,443 literate and 3,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Attari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,921 | 4,810 | 4,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,140 | 644 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,654 | 2,506 | 2,148 |
| Literate Population | 5,443 | 3,131 | 2,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,478 | 1,679 | 1,799 |
Nearby Villages of Attari
Attari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Attari Saddarwala | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Chak Kala Singhwala | West | 2.82 km |
| Fattanwala | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Chak Jawahar Singhwala | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Gulabewala | East | 3.90 km |
| Chak Badhai | South | 3.96 km |
| Saddarwala | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Chak Lambi Dhab | East | 5.36 km |
| Badhai | South | 5.49 km |
| Mangatker | North-East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Attari
Attari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badhai Balamgarh Halt, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Attari is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Attari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Attari
Where is Attari located?
Attari village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Attari?
The Gram Panchayat of Attari is Attalgarh.
What is the pincode of Attari?
The pincode of Attari is 143108.
What is the population of Attari?
Attari has a total population of 8,921, including 4,810 males and 4,111 females.
How many households are there in Attari?
There are 1,670 households in Attari.
What is the literacy rate in Attari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attari is 61.01%. Male literacy is 65.09% and female literacy is 56.24%.