Atapur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Atapur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Ibrahimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atapur is 194113. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.02 hectares and falls under the 223227 pincode. Nizamabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Atapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atapur
According to the 2011 Census, Atapur village had a total population of 779 people, including 375 males and 404 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 83.75% and female literacy at 63.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 266.
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 | 779 | 375 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 55 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 125 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 268 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 107 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Atapur
Atapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Atapur
Public transport in the Atapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Atapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nizamabad to Atapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Atapur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atapur 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 Atapur
Where is Atapur located?
Atapur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Atapur is Ibrahimpur.
What is the pincode of Atapur?
The pincode of Atapur is 223227.
What is the population of Atapur?
Atapur had a total population of 779, including 375 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Atapur?
Atapur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atapur was 73.17%. Male literacy was 83.75% and female literacy was 63.10%.