Athkona - Bisalpur, Pilibhit
Athkona is a village situated in the Bisalpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisalpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Khirkia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athkona is 131797. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.83 hectares and falls under the 262203 pincode. Pilibhit is the nearest town.
Athkona 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 Barkhera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athkona
According to the 2011 Census, Athkona village had a total population of 503 people, including 263 males and 240 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.17%, with male literacy at 56.19% and female literacy at 31.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236.
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 | 503 | 263 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 117 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 118 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 145 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Athkona
Athkona is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Athkona
Athkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Athkona.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pilibhit to Athkona is about 35 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 Athkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athkona 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 Athkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athkona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athkona
Where is Athkona located?
Athkona village is located in Bisalpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Athkona is Khirkia.
What is the pincode of Athkona?
The pincode of Athkona is 262203.
What is the population of Athkona?
Athkona had a total population of 503, including 263 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Athkona?
Athkona had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athkona was 44.17%. Male literacy was 56.19% and female literacy was 31.09%.