Athola - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Athola is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Athola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athola is 030445. The village covers a total geographical area of 363 hectares and falls under the 144002 pincode. Jalandhar is the nearest town.
Athola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athola
As per Census 2011, Athola village has a total population of 2,164 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,049 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,616 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,115 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 94 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 400 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 866 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 249 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Athola
Athola 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 Athola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Athola. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Athola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Athola is about 13 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 Athola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Athola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Athola
Where is Athola located?
Athola village is located in Jalandhar - II Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athola?
Athola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athola?
The pincode of Athola is 144002.
What is the population of Athola?
Athola has a total population of 2,164, including 1,115 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Athola?
There are 448 households in Athola.
What is the literacy rate in Athola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athola is 74.68%. Male literacy is 77.67% and female literacy is 71.50%.