Athpaisiya - Kanda, Bageshwar
Athpaisiya is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Paithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athpaisiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athpaisiya is 050783. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.33 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Athpaisiya 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athpaisiya
According to the 2011 Census, Athpaisiya village had a total population of 72 people, including 33 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Athpaisiya
Athpaisiya 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 Athpaisiya
Athpaisiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Athpaisiya is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athpaisiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athpaisiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Athpaisiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athpaisiya 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 Athpaisiya
Where is Athpaisiya located?
Athpaisiya village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Athpaisiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Athpaisiya is Paithan.
What is the pincode of Athpaisiya?
The pincode of Athpaisiya is 263631.
What is the population of Athpaisiya?
Athpaisiya had a total population of 72, including 33 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Athpaisiya?
Athpaisiya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athpaisiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athpaisiya was 78.26%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 64.10%.