Atarawa - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Atarawa is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Atarawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarawa is 213343. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.68 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Atarawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarawa
As per Census 2011, Atarawa village has a total population of 699 people, consisting of 371 males and 328 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atarawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 699 | 371 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 277 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Atarawa
Atarawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dularu | South | 0.86 km |
| Kairwa | East | 0.87 km |
| Baburahi | North | 1.42 km |
| Bhadohi | North | 1.66 km |
| Garhwa | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Sirsia | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Papi | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Shirsia | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Aelahi | West | 1.99 km |
| Pipara | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atarawa
Atarawa 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 Khairahi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 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 Sonbhadra to Atarawa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Atarawa is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atarawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarawa 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 Atarawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarawa 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 Atarawa
Where is Atarawa located?
Atarawa village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atarawa?
Atarawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atarawa?
The pincode of Atarawa is 231216.
What is the population of Atarawa?
Atarawa has a total population of 699, including 371 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Atarawa?
There are 85 households in Atarawa.
What is the literacy rate in Atarawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarawa is 67.81%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 60.06%.