Atapur - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Atapur is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Atapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atapur is 126028. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.74 hectares and falls under the 283135 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atapur
As per Census 2011, Atapur village has a total population of 2,403 people, consisting of 1,297 males and 1,106 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,302 literate and 1,101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,403 | 1,297 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 205 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 170 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 860 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,101 | 437 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Atapur
Atapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur Chakra | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Tatarpur | West | 1.39 km |
| Ababakapur | East | 1.52 km |
| Syaich | South | 1.88 km |
| Nasirpur | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Karanpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Asraoli | West | 2.27 km |
| Rapari | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Gospur | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Dundpur | North-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Atapur. The nearest railway station is Kaurara, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Firozabad to Atapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Atapur is about 30 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 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 >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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atapur
Where is Atapur located?
Atapur village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atapur?
Atapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atapur?
The pincode of Atapur is 283135.
What is the population of Atapur?
Atapur has a total population of 2,403, including 1,297 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Atapur?
There are 408 households in Atapur.
What is the literacy rate in Atapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atapur is 54.18%. Male literacy is 66.31% and female literacy is 39.96%.