Atghara - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Atghara is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from Rajpur and around 36.2 km from Alipore. Kheyadaha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atghara is 333547. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.8 hectares and falls under the 700150 pincode. Kasba is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Atghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atghara
As per Census 2011, Atghara village has a total population of 4,284 people, consisting of 2,139 males and 2,145 females. The village has 1,042 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,076 literate and 1,208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,284 | 2,139 | 2,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 241 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,434 | 1,198 | 1,236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,076 | 1,647 | 1,429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,208 | 492 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Atghara
Atghara 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 Atghara
Atghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Atghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasba to Atghara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Atghara is about 36.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atghara
Where is Atghara located?
Atghara village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Atghara is Kheyadaha-ii.
What is the pincode of Atghara?
The pincode of Atghara is 700150.
What is the population of Atghara?
Atghara has a total population of 4,284, including 2,139 males and 2,145 females.
How many households are there in Atghara?
There are 1,042 households in Atghara.
What is the literacy rate in Atghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atghara is 71.80%. Male literacy is 77.00% and female literacy is 66.62%.