Aturra - Iglas, Aligarh
Aturra is a village situated in the Iglas tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iglas and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Ahlad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aturra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aturra is 122761. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.98 hectares and falls under the 202124 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Aturra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Iglas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aturra
As per Census 2011, Aturra village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 302 males and 231 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 764 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aturra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 302 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 227 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 75 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Aturra
Aturra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damodar Nagar | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Rafayatpur | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Ahlad | South | 1.47 km |
| Nagla Balram | South | 1.81 km |
| Nagla Kalua Bailauth | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Hasan Garh | North | 2.22 km |
| Jagner | East | 2.38 km |
| Bhaiyan | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Razawal | West | 3.17 km |
| Nagla Jangli | North | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aturra
Aturra 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 Sonai, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Aligarh to Aturra is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aturra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aturra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aturra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aturra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aturra
Where is Aturra located?
Aturra village is located in Iglas Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aturra?
The Gram Panchayat of Aturra is Ahlad.
What is the pincode of Aturra?
The pincode of Aturra is 202124.
What is the population of Aturra?
Aturra has a total population of 533, including 302 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Aturra?
There are 93 households in Aturra.
What is the literacy rate in Aturra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aturra is 65.85%. Male literacy is 75.17% and female literacy is 53.68%.