Ahar - Shohratgarh, Siddharthnagar
Ahar is a village situated in the Shohratgarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shohratgarh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Majhawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahar is 176344. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.36 hectares and falls under the 272204 pincode.
Ahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahar
According to the 2011 Census, Ahar village had a total population of 833 people, including 420 males and 413 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.22%, with male literacy at 65.33% and female literacy at 33.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 833 | 420 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 211 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 209 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Ahar
Ahar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ahar
Ahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Siddharthnagar 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahar
Where is Ahar located?
Ahar village is located in Shohratgarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahar is Majhawan.
What is the pincode of Ahar?
The pincode of Ahar is 272204.
What is the population of Ahar?
Ahar had a total population of 833, including 420 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Ahar?
Ahar had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahar was 49.22%. Male literacy was 65.33% and female literacy was 33.02%.