Ahar - Israna, Panipat
Ahar is a village situated in the Israna tehsil of Panipat district, Haryana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Israna and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Panipat. Ahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahar is 059530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507 hectares and falls under the 132107 pincode. Panipat is the nearest town.
Ahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Israna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karnal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahar
As per Census 2011, Ahar village has a total population of 7,696 people, consisting of 4,079 males and 3,617 females. The village has 1,430 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,047 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,743 literate and 2,953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 984 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,696 | 4,079 | 3,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,047 | 572 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 984 | 492 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 4,743 | 2,867 | 1,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,953 | 1,212 | 1,741 |
Nearby Villages of Ahar
Ahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalila Majra Nain | East | 2.68 km |
| Chhichhrana | West | 4.03 km |
| Alupur | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Kurana | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Pardhana | East | 4.84 km |
| Dhurana | South-East | 6.35 km |
| Kheri Shahpur | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Bhaupur | North-East | 6.75 km |
| Adiyana | North | 6.88 km |
| Karad | East | 6.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahar
Public transport in the Ahar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhurana, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panipat to Ahar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ahar
Where is Ahar located?
Ahar village is located in Israna Tehsil, Panipat district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahar?
Ahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahar?
The pincode of Ahar is 132107.
What is the population of Ahar?
Ahar has a total population of 7,696, including 4,079 males and 3,617 females.
How many households are there in Ahar?
There are 1,430 households in Ahar.
What is the literacy rate in Ahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahar is 61.63%. Male literacy is 70.29% and female literacy is 51.87%.