Atawara - Sahara, Bhilwara
Atawara is a village situated in the Sahara tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahara and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Ummedpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atawara is 095416. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.02 hectares and falls under the 311805 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Atawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atawara
As per Census 2011, Atawara village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 224 males and 266 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 224 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 119 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 105 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Atawara
Atawara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandsha Jageer | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Galyawari | West | 3.25 km |
| Ummedpura | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Parbati | North | 3.46 km |
| Bariya Khurd | East | 3.70 km |
| Koshithal | South | 3.87 km |
| Khootiya | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Kemooniya | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Arnota | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Diyas | East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atawara
Atawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charbhuja Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur to Atawara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Atawara is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Atawara
Where is Atawara located?
Atawara village is located in Sahara Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Atawara is Ummedpura.
What is the pincode of Atawara?
The pincode of Atawara is 311805.
What is the population of Atawara?
Atawara has a total population of 490, including 224 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Atawara?
There are 105 households in Atawara.
What is the literacy rate in Atawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atawara is 41.22%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 31.20%.