Atkara
Atkara is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.9km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Atkara village. As per 2009 stats, Bangalbari is the gram panchayat of Atkara village.
Here you can discover what makes Atkara unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Atkara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Atkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Atkara is 309915. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733130. Raiganj is nearest town to Atkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Atkara
Population of Atkara
According to the 2011 Census, Atkara has a total population of about 1,218, with approximately 630 males and 588 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 377 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 168. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.08%, with male literacy at about 63.33% and female literacy near 48.30%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Atkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,218 | 630 | 588 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 202 | 175 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
Literate Population | 683 | 399 | 284 |
Illiterate Population | 535 | 231 | 304 |
Connectivity of Atkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Atkara. As per the 2011 stats, Atkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Atkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Atkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Atkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Atkara
- Where is Atkara located?
- Atkara village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Atkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Atkara is Bangalbari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Atkara?
- The pincode of Atkara is 733130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Atkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Atkara is 1,218, with 630 males and 588 females.
- How many households are there in Atkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Atkara village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Atkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Atkara is 56.08%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 48.30%.