Athwas - Fatehpur, Sikar
Athwas is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Atthwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwas is 081301. The village covers a total geographical area of 805 hectares and falls under the 332401 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Athwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athwas
According to the 2011 Census, Athwas village had a total population of 2,091 people, including 1,087 males and 1,004 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.51%, with male literacy at 84.51% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 563.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,091 | 1,087 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 299 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 791 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 811 | 296 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Athwas
Athwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawaroopsar | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Roopnagar | North | 3.01 km |
| Garinda | West | 3.16 km |
| Jalalsar | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Hirna | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Kangansar | East | 3.47 km |
| Rinu | South | 4.37 km |
| Harsawa Chhota | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Rajpura | East | 4.44 km |
| Alafsar | North-East | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athwas
Athwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.9 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 Fatehpur to Athwas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Athwas is about 46 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 Athwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athwas
Where is Athwas located?
Athwas village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Athwas is Atthwas.
What is the pincode of Athwas?
The pincode of Athwas is 332401.
What is the population of Athwas?
Athwas had a total population of 2,091, including 1,087 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Athwas?
Athwas had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwas was 71.51%. Male literacy was 84.51% and female literacy was 57.26%.