Athara

Athara is a village located in Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pranpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Pathawar is the gram panchayat of Athara village.

Here you can discover what makes Athara unique in its vibrant Pranpur-Katihar region. You’ll see Athara’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 Athara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athara is 225378. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Athara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Athara

According to the 2011 Census, Athara has a total population of about 1,225, with approximately 650 males and 575 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 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 62.20%, with male literacy at about 66.31% and female literacy near 57.57%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,225 650 575
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 209 114 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 219 118 101
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 762 431 331
Illiterate Population 463 219 244

Connectivity of Athara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athara. As per the 2011 stats, Athara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Athara

Knowing the nearby villages of Athara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Athara

Where is Athara located?
Athara village is situated in Pranpur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athara?
The Gram Panchayat of Athara is Pathawar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Athara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athara is 1,225, with 650 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Athara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athara village has a total of 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athara is 62.20%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 57.57%.