Atghara - Mangolkote, Purba Bardhaman
Atghara is a village situated in the Mangolkote subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Nutanhat and around 40.7 km from Barddhaman. Lakhuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atghara is 319087. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.72 hectares and falls under the 713147 pincode. Gushkara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Atghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atghara
As per Census 2011, Atghara village has a total population of 1,570 people, consisting of 806 males and 764 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 911 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,023 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,570 | 806 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 79 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,023 | 529 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 543 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 263 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Atghara
Atghara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puratan Kurgram | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Sitahati | South | 1.51 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 1.75 km |
| Kurgram | North | 1.90 km |
| Sagira | East | 1.92 km |
| Sundarpur | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Chak Pratappur | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Amdob | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Kogram | East | 3.00 km |
| Pilsoan | South | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atghara
Atghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gushkara to Atghara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barddhaman to Atghara is about 40.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atghara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atghara
Where is Atghara located?
Atghara village is located in Mangolkote Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Atghara is Lakhuria.
What is the pincode of Atghara?
The pincode of Atghara is 713147.
What is the population of Atghara?
Atghara has a total population of 1,570, including 806 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Atghara?
There are 374 households in Atghara.
What is the literacy rate in Atghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atghara is 58.03%. Male literacy is 67.37% and female literacy is 48.17%.