Aton - Atru, Baran
Aton is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Aton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aton is 102856. The village covers a total geographical area of 1763.29 hectares and falls under the 325223 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Aton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aton
As per Census 2011, Aton village has a total population of 2,377 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,139 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,012 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aton are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,377 | 1,238 | 1,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 156 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,012 | 527 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 103 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 902 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 336 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Aton
Aton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherli Dabka | West | 2.64 km |
| Kachari | East | 2.68 km |
| Bamori | South | 3.35 km |
| Deoli Rawan | West | 3.36 km |
| Amli Khalsa | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Motuka | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Bhainsara | North | 3.70 km |
| Kachara | East | 4.29 km |
| Merma Talab | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Antana | South-East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aton
Aton is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Atru, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baran to Aton is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aton village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aton
Where is Aton located?
Aton village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aton?
Aton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aton?
The pincode of Aton is 325223.
What is the population of Aton?
Aton has a total population of 2,377, including 1,238 males and 1,139 females.
How many households are there in Aton?
There are 453 households in Aton.
What is the literacy rate in Aton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aton is 59.28%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 44.51%.