Atholi - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Atholi is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Athouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atholi is 029660. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 144402 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Atholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atholi
As per Census 2011, Atholi village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 705 males and 637 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,035 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 705 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 287 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 576 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 129 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Atholi
Atholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narangpur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Gandhwan | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Man | South | 1.93 km |
| Sunran Rajputan | South | 2.03 km |
| Salarpur | West | 2.07 km |
| Narang Shahpur | East | 2.43 km |
| Hradaspur | North | 2.44 km |
| Chak Daulatpur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Mehat | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Kot Puransingh | South-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atholi
Public transport in the Atholi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chiheru, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kapurthala to Atholi is about 45 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 Atholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atholi 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 Atholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atholi
Where is Atholi located?
Atholi village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Atholi is Athouli.
What is the pincode of Atholi?
The pincode of Atholi is 144402.
What is the population of Atholi?
Atholi has a total population of 1,342, including 705 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Atholi?
There are 287 households in Atholi.
What is the literacy rate in Atholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atholi is 77.12%. Male literacy is 81.70% and female literacy is 72.06%.