Atarra (Rural) - Atarra, Banda
Atarra (Rural) is a village situated in the Atarra tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atarra and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Atarra (Rural) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarra (Rural) is 155246. The village covers a total geographical area of 3568.71 hectares and falls under the 210201 pincode. Atarra is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Atarra (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarra (Rural)
According to the 2011 Census, Atarra (Rural) village had a total population of 13,453 people, including 7,169 males and 6,284 females, living in 2,444 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.60%, with male literacy at 73.65% and female literacy at 45.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,535.
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 | 13,453 | 7,169 | 6,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,343 | 1,230 | 1,113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,535 | 1,867 | 1,668 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,733 | 4,374 | 2,359 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,720 | 2,795 | 3,925 |
Nearby Villages of Atarra (Rural)
Atarra (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dikhitwara | North | 2.96 km |
| Anchwara | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Lodhaura | South | 3.80 km |
| Basrehi | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Gumai | West | 4.08 km |
| Budhauli | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Mahotara | North | 4.55 km |
| Palhari | South | 4.56 km |
| Semariya Kushal | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Pachokhar | South-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atarra (Rural)
Atarra (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Atarra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atarra to Atarra (Rural) is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Atarra (Rural) is about 32 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 Atarra (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarra (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atarra (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarra (Rural) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atarra (Rural)
Where is Atarra (Rural) located?
Atarra (Rural) village is located in Atarra Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Atarra (Rural)?
Atarra (Rural) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atarra (Rural)?
The pincode of Atarra (Rural) is 210201.
What is the population of Atarra (Rural)?
Atarra (Rural) had a total population of 13,453, including 7,169 males and 6,284 females.
How many households are there in Atarra (Rural)?
Atarra (Rural) had 2,444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atarra (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarra (Rural) was 60.60%. Male literacy was 73.65% and female literacy was 45.62%.