Atraha - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Atraha is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Beri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atraha is 227878. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Atraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atraha
According to the 2011 Census, Atraha village had a total population of 173 people, including 89 males and 84 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.75%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 20.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 48 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Atraha
Atraha 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 Atraha
Atraha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Atraha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Atraha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Atraha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Atraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atraha
Where is Atraha located?
Atraha village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Atraha is Beri.
What is the pincode of Atraha?
The pincode of Atraha is 848213.
What is the population of Atraha?
Atraha had a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Atraha?
Atraha had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atraha was 43.75%. Male literacy was 67.61% and female literacy was 20.55%.