Athar - Nawanagar, Buxar
Athar is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Athar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athar is 248833. The village covers a total geographical area of 570 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Athar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athar
According to the 2011 Census, Athar village had a total population of 7,779 people, including 4,054 males and 3,725 females, living in 1,265 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.15%, with male literacy at 62.01% and female literacy at 41.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Athar
Athar 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 Athar
Athar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Athar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Athar is about 30 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 Athar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Athar
Where is Athar located?
Athar village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
Athar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athar?
The pincode of Athar is 802126.
What is the population of Athar?
Athar had a total population of 7,779, including 4,054 males and 3,725 females.
How many households are there in Athar?
Athar had 1,265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athar was 52.15%. Male literacy was 62.01% and female literacy was 41.18%.