Athar - Baheri, Darbhanga
Athar is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Atahar North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athar is 227598. The village covers a total geographical area of 1970 hectares and falls under the 847201 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Athar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athar
As per Census 2011, Athar village has a total population of 24,339 people, consisting of 12,846 males and 11,493 females. The village has 4,855 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,679 literate and 14,660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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 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 Darbhanga to Athar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Athar
Where is Athar located?
Athar village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
The Gram Panchayat of Athar is Atahar North.
What is the pincode of Athar?
The pincode of Athar is 847201.
What is the population of Athar?
Athar has a total population of 24,339, including 12,846 males and 11,493 females.
How many households are there in Athar?
There are 4,855 households in Athar.
What is the literacy rate in Athar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athar is 39.77%. Male literacy is 51.31% and female literacy is 26.87%.