Antaur - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Antaur is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Moti Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Antaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antaur is 227208. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 847103 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Antaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antaur
As per Census 2011, Antaur village has a total population of 3,541 people, consisting of 1,862 males and 1,679 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,916 literate and 1,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Antaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,541 | 1,862 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 659 | 329 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 446 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,256 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 606 | 1,019 |
Nearby Villages of Antaur
Antaur 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 Antaur
Public transport in the Antaur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Antaur.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Antaur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Antaur is about 28 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 Antaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Antaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Antaur
Where is Antaur located?
Antaur village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Antaur is Moti Pur.
What is the pincode of Antaur?
The pincode of Antaur is 847103.
What is the population of Antaur?
Antaur has a total population of 3,541, including 1,862 males and 1,679 females.
How many households are there in Antaur?
There are 655 households in Antaur.
What is the literacy rate in Antaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antaur is 54.11%. Male literacy is 67.45% and female literacy is 39.31%.