Rahar

Rahar is a village located in Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pranpur (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Dharhan is the gram panchayat of Rahar village.

Rahar has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rahar is 225366. The village spans a total geographical area of 112 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854116. Katihar is nearest town to Rahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Rahar

Below is a concise population overview of Rahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 671 349 322
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 49 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 27 13 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 359 213 146
Illiterate Population 312 136 176

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rahar village:

  • The total population of Rahar village is around 671, including approximately 349 males and 322 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Rahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rahar village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rahar village is about 53.50%, with male literacy at 61.03% and female literacy at 45.34%.
  • There are around 144 households in Rahar village.

Connectivity of Rahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rahar. As per the 2011 stats, Rahar 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 Rahar

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

Maharampur Dighauneh Dharhan Pakaria Keotia Lakhpura Panki Jaunia Sirauda Chaumukha Chatra

Frequently Asked Questions about Rahar

Where is Rahar located?
Rahar village is situated in Pranpur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahar is Dharhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rahar?
The pincode of Rahar is 854116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rahar is 671, with 349 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Rahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rahar village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rahar is 53.50%. The male literacy rate is 61.03%, while the female literacy rate is 45.34%.