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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Ahar village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 420 males and 413 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 420 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 833, including 420 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Ahar?
There are 98 households in Ahar.
What is the literacy rate in Ahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahar is 38.06%. Male literacy is 50.24% and female literacy is 25.67%.