Atarsuwakala - Rasra, Ballia
Atarsuwakala is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Atarsuwakala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarsuwakala is 198285. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.04 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Atarsuwakala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarsuwakala
As per Census 2011, Atarsuwakala village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 531 males and 464 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atarsuwakala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 531 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 88 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 231 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 359 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 172 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Atarsuwakala
Atarsuwakala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatar Pura | West | 1.23 km |
| Chak Semara | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Awara Kol | West | 1.63 km |
| Thaicha | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Muhammadpur Kusum | South | 1.91 km |
| Chak Dhakha | East | 1.97 km |
| Atarsvwakhurd | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Sabbalpur Silahata | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Babhnauli | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Kusum | South | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atarsuwakala
Atarsuwakala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajmalpur Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Atarsuwakala is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Atarsuwakala is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atarsuwakala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarsuwakala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atarsuwakala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarsuwakala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atarsuwakala
Where is Atarsuwakala located?
Atarsuwakala village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atarsuwakala?
Atarsuwakala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atarsuwakala?
The pincode of Atarsuwakala is 221712.
What is the population of Atarsuwakala?
Atarsuwakala has a total population of 995, including 531 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Atarsuwakala?
There are 159 households in Atarsuwakala.
What is the literacy rate in Atarsuwakala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarsuwakala is 63.42%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 58.62%.