Atar Garh - Barnala
Atar Garh is a village situated in the Barnala tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from Barnala, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Attergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atar Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atar Garh is 039969. The village covers a total geographical area of 424 hectares and falls under the 148105 pincode. Dhanaula is the nearest town.
Atar Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barnala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atar Garh
As per Census 2011, Atar Garh village has a total population of 1,755 people, consisting of 945 males and 810 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atar Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,755 | 945 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 372 | 321 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 487 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 458 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Atar Garh
Atar Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhura | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Kube | South | 2.66 km |
| Loha Khera | South | 4.96 km |
| Bhathlan | North-East | 5.06 km |
| Dan Garh | North | 5.21 km |
| Kale Ke | West | 6.02 km |
| Mander Khurd | South | 6.20 km |
| Ashpal Khurd | South-West | 6.24 km |
| Badbar | East | 6.32 km |
| Rattoke | South | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atar Garh
Atar Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barnala, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 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 Barnala to Atar Garh is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atar Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atar Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atar Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atar Garh 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 Atar Garh
Where is Atar Garh located?
Atar Garh village is located in Barnala Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atar Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Atar Garh is Attergarh.
What is the pincode of Atar Garh?
The pincode of Atar Garh is 148105.
What is the population of Atar Garh?
Atar Garh has a total population of 1,755, including 945 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Atar Garh?
There are 339 households in Atar Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Atar Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atar Garh is 49.12%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 46.30%.