Ahiari - Jale, Darbhanga
Ahiari is a village situated in the Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jale and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ahiyari South serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahiari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahiari is 226764. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457 hectares and falls under the 847304 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ahiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahiari
As per Census 2011, Ahiari village has a total population of 16,018 people, consisting of 8,401 males and 7,617 females. The village has 3,395 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,030 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,839 literate and 9,179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,018 | 8,401 | 7,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,030 | 1,599 | 1,431 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,547 | 785 | 762 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 6,839 | 4,187 | 2,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,179 | 4,214 | 4,965 |
Nearby Villages of Ahiari
Ahiari 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 Ahiari
Ahiari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Ahiari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Ahiari is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahiari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahiari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ahiari
Where is Ahiari located?
Ahiari village is located in Jale Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahiari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahiari is Ahiyari South.
What is the pincode of Ahiari?
The pincode of Ahiari is 847304.
What is the population of Ahiari?
Ahiari has a total population of 16,018, including 8,401 males and 7,617 females.
How many households are there in Ahiari?
There are 3,395 households in Ahiari.
What is the literacy rate in Ahiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahiari is 42.70%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 34.82%.