Sahara

Sahara is a village located in Krityanand Nagar subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Krityanand Nagar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sahara village is also a gram panchayat.

Sahara has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Sahara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahara is 223422. The village spans a total geographical area of 338 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Sahara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Sahara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,729 893 836
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 351 174 177
Scheduled Castes (SC) 588 305 283
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 961 541 420
Illiterate Population 768 352 416

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

  • The total population of Sahara village is around 1,729, including approximately 893 males and 836 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 351 children aged 0–6 years in Sahara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahara village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sahara village is about 55.58%, with male literacy at 60.58% and female literacy at 50.24%.
  • There are around 322 households in Sahara village.

Connectivity of Sahara

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahara

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sahara

Where is Sahara located?
Sahara village is situated in Krityanand Nagar Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahara?
Sahara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahara is 1,729, with 893 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahara village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahara is 55.58%. The male literacy rate is 60.58%, while the female literacy rate is 50.24%.