Aeta (Atta) - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Aeta (Atta) is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Kotdwara and around 92 km from Pauri. Simal Chaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aeta (Atta) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aeta (Atta) is 048523. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.23 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Aeta (Atta) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aeta (Atta)
According to the 2011 Census, Aeta (Atta) village had a total population of 100 people, including 52 males and 48 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.39%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Aeta (Atta)
Aeta (Atta) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paletha | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Amsaur | West | 1.82 km |
| Sidhpur | East | 2.00 km |
| Aldawa | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Godichoti | North | 2.56 km |
| Semalchaur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Saja Sain | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Juwa | North | 3.66 km |
| Fathepur Talla | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Godi Badi | North | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aeta (Atta)
Aeta (Atta) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dogadda to Aeta (Atta) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Aeta (Atta) is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aeta (Atta)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aeta (Atta) 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 Aeta (Atta)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aeta (Atta) 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 Aeta (Atta)
Where is Aeta (Atta) located?
Aeta (Atta) village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aeta (Atta)?
The Gram Panchayat of Aeta (Atta) is Simal Chaur.
What is the pincode of Aeta (Atta)?
The pincode of Aeta (Atta) is 246121.
What is the population of Aeta (Atta)?
Aeta (Atta) had a total population of 100, including 52 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Aeta (Atta)?
Aeta (Atta) had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aeta (Atta)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aeta (Atta) was 85.39%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 81.82%.