Athar - Biraul, Darbhanga
Athar is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sahasram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athar is 227700. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 847202 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Gora bauram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athar
According to the 2011 Census, Athar village had a total population of 1,694 people, including 901 males and 793 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.07%, with male literacy at 69.76% and female literacy at 49.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468.
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 | 1,694 | 901 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 180 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 250 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 503 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 398 | 473 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Athar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Athar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athar
Where is Athar located?
Athar village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athar?
The Gram Panchayat of Athar is Sahasram.
What is the pincode of Athar?
The pincode of Athar is 847202.
What is the population of Athar?
Athar had a total population of 1,694, including 901 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Athar?
Athar had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athar was 60.07%. Male literacy was 69.76% and female literacy was 49.31%.