Utara - Atrauli, Aligarh
Utara is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Utara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utara is 122250. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.3 hectares and falls under the 202129 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Utara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atrauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Utara
As per Census 2011, Utara village has a total population of 3,039 people, consisting of 1,595 males and 1,444 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,806 literate and 1,233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,039 | 1,595 | 1,444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 251 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 389 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 1,121 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,233 | 474 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Utara
Utara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojpur Ta Datavli | East | 1.98 km |
| Gazipur | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Puraini Ismailpur | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Arni | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Barla | South | 3.17 km |
| Anandpur | North | 3.31 km |
| Raipur Oi | West | 3.43 km |
| Madapur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Sikharna Khurd Kalan | East | 3.68 km |
| Chhabilpur | North-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Utara
Utara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Godha, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauli to Utara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Utara is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utara 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 Utara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utara
Where is Utara located?
Utara village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utara?
Utara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Utara?
The pincode of Utara is 202129.
What is the population of Utara?
Utara has a total population of 3,039, including 1,595 males and 1,444 females.
How many households are there in Utara?
There are 540 households in Utara.
What is the literacy rate in Utara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utara is 59.43%. Male literacy is 70.28% and female literacy is 47.44%.