Ahiro
Ahiro is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Ahiro village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ahiro unique in its vibrant Dhuraiya-Banka region. You’ll see Ahiro’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 Ahiro
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ahiro is 241140. The village spans a total geographical area of 557 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Ahiro village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Ahiro
Population of Ahiro
According to the 2011 Census, Ahiro has a total population of about 10,638, with approximately 5,481 males and 5,157 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 652 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.20%, with male literacy at about 43.09% and female literacy near 28.87%. There are around 1,922 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ahiro's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,638 | 5,481 | 5,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,136 | 1,068 | 1,068 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 338 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,851 | 2,362 | 1,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,787 | 3,119 | 3,668 |
Connectivity of Ahiro
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ahiro. As per the 2011 stats, Ahiro had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ahiro
Knowing the nearby villages of Ahiro helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ahiro.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ahiro
- Where is Ahiro located?
- Ahiro village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ahiro?
- Ahiro serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ahiro as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ahiro is 10,638, with 5,481 males and 5,157 females.
- How many households are there in Ahiro as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ahiro village has a total of 1,922 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ahiro as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahiro is 36.20%. The male literacy rate is 43.09%, while the female literacy rate is 28.87%.