Athpa - Sahar, Bhojpur
Athpa is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Andhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athpa is 247782. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Athpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athpa
As per Census 2011, Athpa village has a total population of 1,112 people, consisting of 558 males and 554 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | 558 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 142 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 288 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 270 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Athpa
Athpa 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 Athpa
Athpa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Athpa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Athpa is about 55 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 Athpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Athpa
Where is Athpa located?
Athpa village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Athpa is Andhari.
What is the pincode of Athpa?
The pincode of Athpa is 802202.
What is the population of Athpa?
Athpa has a total population of 1,112, including 558 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Athpa?
There are 183 households in Athpa.
What is the literacy rate in Athpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athpa is 40.92%. Male literacy is 51.61% and female literacy is 30.14%.