Sahar - Madanpur, Aurangabad
Sahar is a village situated in the Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Ghatrain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahar is 254502. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 824208 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahar
As per Census 2011, Sahar village has a total population of 911 people, consisting of 451 males and 460 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 451 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 96 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 193 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 291 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 160 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Sahar
Sahar 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 Sahar
Sahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Sahar is about 26 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 Sahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahar
Where is Sahar located?
Sahar village is located in Madanpur Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahar is Ghatrain.
What is the pincode of Sahar?
The pincode of Sahar is 824208.
What is the population of Sahar?
Sahar has a total population of 911, including 451 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Sahar?
There are 160 households in Sahar.
What is the literacy rate in Sahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahar is 58.84%. Male literacy is 64.52% and female literacy is 53.26%.