Athai - Chandpur, Bijnor
Athai is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Athai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athai is 114194. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.99 hectares and falls under the 246736 pincode. Chandpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Athai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athai
As per Census 2011, Athai village has a total population of 2,307 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,101 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,206 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 184 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 169 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 798 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 408 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Athai
Athai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Wahabpura | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Imamuddin Pur | West | 1.34 km |
| Chamanpura | South | 1.38 km |
| Chak Kafoorpur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Bahtola | East | 1.55 km |
| Basta (ct) | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Ajayabpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Shadipur | West | 2.08 km |
| Sabdalpur Khurd | North-West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athai
Athai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bakaina Halt, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chandpur to Athai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Athai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Athai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Athai
Where is Athai located?
Athai village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athai?
Athai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athai?
The pincode of Athai is 246736.
What is the population of Athai?
Athai has a total population of 2,307, including 1,206 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Athai?
There are 404 households in Athai.
What is the literacy rate in Athai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athai is 57.87%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 48.77%.