Sahar
Sahar is a Town and Subdivision in Bhojpur District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Sahar Block (CD) is 01434. The total area of Sahar Subdivision is 119 km². Sahar has a sex ratio of approximately 965 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Sahar Subdivision
Sahar Subdivision has a total of 56 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Sahar Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abgilla | Sahar | Arwal (5 km) |
| 2 | Amruhan | Amharua | Arwal (14 km) |
| 3 | Andhari | Andhari | Arwal (18 km) |
| 4 | Andhari Mahazi | Andhari | Sahar |
| 5 | Anuwa | Guljarpur | Arwal (9 km) |
| 6 | Athpa | Andhari | Arwal (16 km) |
| 7 | Bagaunti | Chouri | Arwal (16 km) |
| 8 | Bahuara | Chouri | Arwal (16 km) |
| 9 | Bajrean | Baruhi | Arwal (12 km) |
| 10 | Bansi Dehri | Koran Dihari | Arwal (8 km) |
| 11 | Baruhi | Baruhi | Arwal (12 km) |
| 12 | Bhopatpur | Andhari | Arwal (20 km) |
| 13 | Bishunpura | Baruhi | Arwal (12 km) |
| 14 | Chak Chaudhari | Dhanchhuhan | Arwal (10 km) |
| 15 | Chauri | Chouri | Arwal (19 km) |
| 16 | Chhatarpura | Kolodihari | Arwal (22 km) |
| 17 | Dehri | Koran Dihari | Arwal (7 km) |
| 18 | Dhanchhuhan | Dhanchhuhan | Arwal (22 km) |
| 19 | Dharampur | Andhari | Arwal (15 km) |
| 20 | Dhauri | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Arwal (18 km) |
| 21 | Dhauri Chak | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Sahar |
| 22 | Ekwari | Ekwari | Arwal (12 km) |
| 23 | Fatehpur | Andhari | Arwal (15 km) |
| 24 | Gulzarpur | Guljarpur | Arwal (9 km) |
| 25 | Harpur | Andhari | Arwal (20 km) |
| 26 | Hatimganj | Perhap | Arwal (14 km) |
| 27 | Inurkhi | Guljarpur | Arwal (12 km) |
| 28 | Jagdish Chak | Perhap | Sahar |
| 29 | Janaidih | Andhari | Arwal (20 km) |
| 30 | Janpuria | Kolodihari | Arwal (24 km) |
| 31 | Jot Gobind | Koran Dihari | Sahar |
| 32 | Kanpahari | Dhanchhuhan | Arwal (11 km) |
| 33 | Karbasin | Perhap | Arwal (7 km) |
| 34 | Kaul Dehri | Kolodihari | Arwal (24 km) |
| 35 | Khaira | Perhap | Arwal (7 km) |
| 36 | Kharaon Buzurg | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Arwal (14 km) |
| 37 | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Arwal (14 km) |
| 38 | Koni | Chouri | Arwal (18 km) |
| 39 | Koriar | Chouri | Arwal (16 km) |
| 40 | Kunrwa | Baruhi | Arwal (9 km) |
| 41 | Kusiar | Amharua | Arwal (14 km) |
| 42 | Lodipur | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Arwal (14 km) |
| 43 | Mahabirganj | Kolodihari | Arwal (19 km) |
| 44 | Mathurapur | Sahar | Arwal (6 km) |
| 45 | Newada | Baruhi | Arwal (8 km) |
| 46 | Nima | Chouri | Arwal (16 km) |
| 47 | Ojhaulia | Andhari | Arwal (19 km) |
| 48 | Patarpura | Dhanchhuhan | Arwal (21 km) |
| 49 | Patrihan | Koran Dihari | Arwal (9 km) |
| 50 | Perhap | Perhap | Arwal (7 km) |
| 51 | Peur | Koran Dihari | Arwal (8 km) |
| 52 | Peur Chak | Koran Dihari | Sahar |
| 53 | Purhara | Chouri | Arwal (14 km) |
| 54 | Sahar | Sahar | Arwal (4 km) |
| 55 | Sakhuana | Kharaon Chaturbhuj | Arwal (12 km) |
| 56 | Shiw Chak | Guljarpur | Arwal (14 km) |
Population of Sahar Subdivision
The population profile of Sahar Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Sahar Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,10,276 | 1,10,276 | N/A |
| Male Population | 56,098 | 56,098 | N/A |
| Female Population | 54,178 | 54,178 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19,483 | 19,483 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,887 | 9,887 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,596 | 9,596 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 60,916 | 60,916 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 36,862 | 36,862 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 24,054 | 24,054 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 49,360 | 49,360 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 19,236 | 19,236 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 30,124 | 30,124 | N/A |
| Total Households | 18,612 | 18,612 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,10,276 people. Includes nearly 56,098 males and 54,178 females. Rural population is about 1,10,276 people.
- There are around 19,483 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,887 boys and 9,596 girls.
- Literate population is about 60,916 people. Non-literate population is around 49,360 people.
- There are nearly 18,612 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Sahar Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 22,826 | 22,826 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 11,646 | 11,646 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 11,180 | 11,180 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 75 | 75 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 29 | 29 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 46 | 46 | N/A |
| Population Density | 927 / km² | 927 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sahar Subdivision is approximately 22,826 people, including 11,646 males and 11,180 females. Around 22,826 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sahar Subdivision is about 75 people, including 29 males and 46 females. Around 75 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 927 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 927 people per sq. km.