Atkwali - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Atkwali is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atkwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atkwali is 049238. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.57 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Atkwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Atkwali
As per Census 2011, Atkwali village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 54 males and 53 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 36 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atkwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Atkwali
Atkwali 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 Atkwali
Public transport in the Atkwali is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Atkwali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Atkwali is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atkwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atkwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atkwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atkwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atkwali
Where is Atkwali located?
Atkwali village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atkwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Atkwali is Bhargaon.
What is the pincode of Atkwali?
The pincode of Atkwali is 262551.
What is the population of Atkwali?
Atkwali has a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Atkwali?
There are 22 households in Atkwali.
What is the literacy rate in Atkwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atkwali is 66.36%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 54.72%.