Athara - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Athara is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Atahra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athara is 163861. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.34 hectares and falls under the 225302 pincode. Lucknow is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Athara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athara
As per Census 2011, Athara village has a total population of 3,196 people, consisting of 1,711 males and 1,485 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 1,645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,196 | 1,711 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 269 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,255 | 678 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 990 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 721 | 924 |
Nearby Villages of Athara
Athara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paigamberpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Barkheria | West | 1.42 km |
| Kamipur | South | 1.56 km |
| Jaziamau | East | 1.58 km |
| Avawa | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Khan Mohmmadpur | West | 1.65 km |
| Sirsaipur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Jamolia | South | 1.98 km |
| Makhdoompur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Bijauli | North-West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athara
Athara 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 Paintepur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lucknow to Athara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Athara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Athara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athara
Where is Athara located?
Athara village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athara?
The Gram Panchayat of Athara is Atahra.
What is the pincode of Athara?
The pincode of Athara is 225302.
What is the population of Athara?
Athara has a total population of 3,196, including 1,711 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Athara?
There are 591 households in Athara.
What is the literacy rate in Athara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athara is 48.53%. Male literacy is 57.86% and female literacy is 37.78%.