Athar
Athar is a village located in Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Biraul (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Sahasram is the gram panchayat of Athar village.
Here you can discover what makes Athar unique in its vibrant Biraul-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Athar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Athar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athar is 227700. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847201. Darbhanga is nearest town to Athar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Athar
Population of Athar
According to the 2011 Census, Athar has a total population of about 1,694, with approximately 901 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 468 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.58%, with male literacy at about 55.83% and female literacy near 40.35%. There are around 315 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,694 | 901 | 793 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 180 | 144 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 250 | 218 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 823 | 503 | 320 |
Illiterate Population | 871 | 398 | 473 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Biraul Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athar is Sahasram (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 847201, 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 1,694, with 901 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athar village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athar is 48.58%. The male literacy rate is 55.83%, while the female literacy rate is 40.35%.