Atapur - Hasanpur, Samastipur
Atapur is a village situated in the Hasanpur subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hasanpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Nakuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atapur is 237300. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 848506 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Atapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atapur
As per Census 2011, Atapur village has a total population of 3,339 people, consisting of 1,791 males and 1,548 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 1,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,339 | 1,791 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 317 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 328 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 1,076 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,683 | 715 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Atapur
Atapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahti | East | 1.24 km |
| Baliar | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Nakuni | West | 1.58 km |
| Bhagaut | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Belaun | East | 1.96 km |
| Kurman | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Kundal | North | 2.50 km |
| Korsauli | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Sirsia | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Dharampur | South | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Atapur. The nearest railway station is Hasanpur Road, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Atapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Atapur 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 Atapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atapur
Where is Atapur located?
Atapur village is located in Hasanpur Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Atapur is Nakuni.
What is the pincode of Atapur?
The pincode of Atapur is 848506.
What is the population of Atapur?
Atapur has a total population of 3,339, including 1,791 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Atapur?
There are 760 households in Atapur.
What is the literacy rate in Atapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atapur is 49.60%. Male literacy is 60.08% and female literacy is 37.47%.