Hat Pokhar - Piro, Bhojpur
Hat Pokhar is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Jitaura Jangal Mahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hat Pokhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hat Pokhar is 247317. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 802159 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Hat Pokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hat Pokhar
As per Census 2011, Hat Pokhar village has a total population of 1,272 people, consisting of 652 males and 620 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hat Pokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,272 | 652 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 164 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 470 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 182 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Hat Pokhar
Hat Pokhar 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 Hat Pokhar
Hat Pokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Hat Pokhar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Hat Pokhar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Hat Pokhar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hat Pokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hat Pokhar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hat Pokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hat Pokhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hat Pokhar
Where is Hat Pokhar located?
Hat Pokhar village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hat Pokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hat Pokhar is Jitaura Jangal Mahal.
What is the pincode of Hat Pokhar?
The pincode of Hat Pokhar is 802159.
What is the population of Hat Pokhar?
Hat Pokhar has a total population of 1,272, including 652 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Hat Pokhar?
There are 209 households in Hat Pokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Hat Pokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hat Pokhar is 58.49%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 44.19%.