Atanagar - Ishupur, Saran
Atanagar is a village situated in the Ishupur subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ishupur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Aatanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atanagar is 233044. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 841411 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Atanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atanagar
As per Census 2011, Atanagar village has a total population of 3,211 people, consisting of 1,617 males and 1,594 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,801 literate and 1,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,211 | 1,617 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 306 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 147 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,801 | 1,092 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,410 | 525 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Atanagar
Atanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusahar | East | 1.11 km |
| Satasi | South | 1.29 km |
| Nagraj | South | 1.35 km |
| Amardah | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Laua | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Bishunpura | South | 1.70 km |
| Isuwapur | West | 1.93 km |
| Goha | East | 2.03 km |
| Dhama | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Chaharpura | North | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atanagar
Atanagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parsa Kerwan Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chapra to Atanagar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Atanagar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Atanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Atanagar
Where is Atanagar located?
Atanagar village is located in Ishupur Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Atanagar is Aatanagar.
What is the pincode of Atanagar?
The pincode of Atanagar is 841411.
What is the population of Atanagar?
Atanagar has a total population of 3,211, including 1,617 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Atanagar?
There are 565 households in Atanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Atanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atanagar is 56.09%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 44.48%.