Athar
Athar is a village located in Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baheri (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Atahar South is the gram panchayat of Athar village.
Athar has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga 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 227598. The village spans a total geographical area of 1970 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847105. Darbhanga is nearest town to Athar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 | 24,339 | 12,846 | 11,493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,600 | 2,392 | 2,208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,404 | 1,289 | 1,115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 9,679 | 6,591 | 3,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,660 | 6,255 | 8,405 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athar village:
- The total population of Athar village is around 24,339, including approximately 12,846 males and 11,493 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 4,600 children aged 0–6 years in Athar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athar village has 2,404 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athar village is about 39.77%, with male literacy at 51.31% and female literacy at 26.87%.
- There are around 4,855 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Baheri Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athar is Atahar South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athar?
- The pincode of Athar is 847105, 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 24,339, with 12,846 males and 11,493 females.
- How many households are there in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athar village has a total of 4,855 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athar is 39.77%. The male literacy rate is 51.31%, while the female literacy rate is 26.87%.