Atarbel - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Atarbel is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atarbel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atarbel is 226823. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 847123 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Atarbel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atarbel
As per Census 2011, Atarbel village has a total population of 642 people, consisting of 312 males and 330 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atarbel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 642 | 312 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 205 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Atarbel
Atarbel 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 Atarbel
Atarbel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Atarbel is about 23 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 Atarbel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atarbel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atarbel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atarbel 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 Atarbel
Where is Atarbel located?
Atarbel village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atarbel?
The Gram Panchayat of Atarbel is Rampura.
What is the pincode of Atarbel?
The pincode of Atarbel is 847123.
What is the population of Atarbel?
Atarbel has a total population of 642, including 312 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Atarbel?
There are 143 households in Atarbel.
What is the literacy rate in Atarbel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atarbel is 31.78%. Male literacy is 34.29% and female literacy is 29.39%.