Atal Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Atal Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Atal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atal Gaon is 049251. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.54 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Atal Gaon 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Atal Gaon village had a total population of 233 people, including 107 males and 126 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.67%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 74.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 233 | 107 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 62 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Atal Gaon
Atal Gaon 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 Atal Gaon
Public transport in the Atal Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Atal Gaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Atal Gaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atal Gaon 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 Atal Gaon
Where is Atal Gaon located?
Atal Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Atal Gaon?
Atal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atal Gaon?
The pincode of Atal Gaon is 262551.
What is the population of Atal Gaon?
Atal Gaon had a total population of 233, including 107 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Atal Gaon?
Atal Gaon had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atal Gaon was 82.67%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 74.11%.