Atholi - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Atholi is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Nag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atholi is 042664. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.64 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Atholi 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atholi
According to the 2011 Census, Atholi village had a total population of 52 people, including 27 males and 25 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Atholi
Atholi 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 Atholi
Public transport in the Atholi 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 Rudraprayag to Atholi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atholi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Atholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atholi
Where is Atholi located?
Atholi village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Atholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Atholi is Nag.
What is the pincode of Atholi?
The pincode of Atholi is 246141.
What is the population of Atholi?
Atholi had a total population of 52, including 27 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Atholi?
Atholi had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atholi was 84.78%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 72.73%.