Pakaria - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Pakaria is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pakaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakaria is 240341. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Pakaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pakaria
According to the 2011 Census, Pakaria village had a total population of 684 people, including 351 males and 333 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.45%, with male literacy at 73.50% and female literacy at 52.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 684 | 351 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 208 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 143 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Pakaria
Pakaria 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 Pakaria
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pakaria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Pakaria is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Pakaria is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pakaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pakaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pakaria
Where is Pakaria located?
Pakaria village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Pakaria is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Pakaria?
The pincode of Pakaria is 813204.
What is the population of Pakaria?
Pakaria had a total population of 684, including 351 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Pakaria?
Pakaria had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakaria was 63.45%. Male literacy was 73.50% and female literacy was 52.81%.