Athpahara - Dhuraiya, Banka
Athpahara is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kathbangaon Birbalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athpahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athpahara is 241092. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Athpahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athpahara
As per Census 2011, Athpahara village has a total population of 1,112 people, consisting of 581 males and 531 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athpahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 581 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 147 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 295 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 286 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Athpahara
Athpahara 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 Athpahara
Athpahara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Athpahara is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Athpahara is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athpahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athpahara 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athpahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athpahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Athpahara
Where is Athpahara located?
Athpahara village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athpahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Athpahara is Kathbangaon Birbalpur.
What is the pincode of Athpahara?
The pincode of Athpahara is 813205.
What is the population of Athpahara?
Athpahara has a total population of 1,112, including 581 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Athpahara?
There are 195 households in Athpahara.
What is the literacy rate in Athpahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athpahara is 43.08%. Male literacy is 50.77% and female literacy is 34.65%.