Sahiar - Rosera, Samastipur
Sahiar is a village situated in the Rosera subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rosera and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Chakthat West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahiar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahiar is 237192. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 848210 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sahiar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahiar
According to the 2011 Census, Sahiar village had a total population of 4,345 people, including 2,288 males and 2,057 females, living in 856 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 733, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,345 | 2,288 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 417 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 397 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,384 | 1,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,886 | 904 | 982 |
Nearby Villages of Sahiar
Sahiar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purkhatimpur | North | 1.02 km |
| Chak That | South | 1.41 km |
| Khaira | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Damodarpur | West | 1.97 km |
| Chakki Dhab | South | 2.48 km |
| Bataha | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Rasulpur Dharaha | North | 2.71 km |
| Arazichak That | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Sagi | South | 3.11 km |
| Mohiuddi Nagar | East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahiar
The nearest railway station is Rusera Ghat, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Sahiar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Sahiar is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sahiar
Where is Sahiar located?
Sahiar village is located in Rosera Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahiar is Chakthat West.
What is the pincode of Sahiar?
The pincode of Sahiar is 848210.
What is the population of Sahiar?
Sahiar had a total population of 4,345, including 2,288 males and 2,057 females.
How many households are there in Sahiar?
Sahiar had 856 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahiar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahiar was 68.71%. Male literacy was 73.97% and female literacy was 62.94%.