Athaon - Dumraon, Buxar
Athaon is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Ataon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athaon is 248175. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.2 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Athaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athaon
According to the 2011 Census, Athaon village had a total population of 4,197 people, including 2,184 males and 2,013 females, living in 625 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.28%, with male literacy at 76.69% and female literacy at 48.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 860, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,197 | 2,184 | 2,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 425 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 860 | 449 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,156 | 1,349 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 835 | 1,206 |
Nearby Villages of Athaon
Athaon 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 Athaon
Athaon 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 >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 Dumraon to Athaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Athaon is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Athaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athaon
Where is Athaon located?
Athaon village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Athaon is Ataon.
What is the pincode of Athaon?
The pincode of Athaon is 802119.
What is the population of Athaon?
Athaon had a total population of 4,197, including 2,184 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Athaon?
Athaon had 625 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athaon was 63.28%. Male literacy was 76.69% and female literacy was 48.97%.