Athar
Athar is a village located in Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Athar village is also a gram panchayat.
Athar has its own place in the vibrant Buxar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Athar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athar is 248833. The village spans a total geographical area of 570 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802126. Domraon is nearest town to Athar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Athar
Population of Athar
Below is a concise population overview of Athar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,779 | 4,054 | 3,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,534 | 764 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 311 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,257 | 2,040 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,522 | 2,014 | 2,508 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athar village:
- The total population of Athar village is around 7,779, including approximately 4,054 males and 3,725 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,534 children aged 0–6 years in Athar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athar village has 567 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athar village is about 41.87%, with male literacy at 50.32% and female literacy at 32.67%.
- There are around 1,265 households in Athar village.
Connectivity of Athar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athar. As per the 2011 stats, Athar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athar
Knowing the nearby villages of Athar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athar
- Where is Athar located?
- Athar village is situated in Nawanagar Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
- Athar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athar?
- The pincode of Athar is 802126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athar is 7,779, with 4,054 males and 3,725 females.
- How many households are there in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athar village has a total of 1,265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athar is 41.87%. The male literacy rate is 50.32%, while the female literacy rate is 32.67%.