Pokadera (Rv) - Mayabunder, North And Middle Andaman
Pokadera (Rv) is a village situated in the Mayabunder taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 1 km from Mayabunder and around 1 km from Mayabunder. Pokadera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokadera (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokadera (Rv) is 645295. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.73 hectares and falls under the 744204 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 238 km away.
Pokadera (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokadera (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Pokadera (Rv) village had a total population of 1,922 people, including 992 males and 930 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.13%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 86.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 1,922 | 992 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 117 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,543 | 822 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 170 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Pokadera (Rv)
Pokadera (Rv) 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 Pokadera (Rv)
Pokadera (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Pokadera (Rv) is about 238 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Pokadera (Rv) is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokadera (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokadera (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pokadera (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokadera (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pokadera (Rv)
Where is Pokadera (Rv) located?
Pokadera (Rv) village is located in Mayabunder Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokadera (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokadera (Rv) is Pokadera.
What is the pincode of Pokadera (Rv)?
The pincode of Pokadera (Rv) is 744204.
What is the population of Pokadera (Rv)?
Pokadera (Rv) had a total population of 1,922, including 992 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Pokadera (Rv)?
Pokadera (Rv) had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokadera (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokadera (Rv) was 90.13%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 86.14%.