Pokhanwan

Pokhanwan is a village located in Ratni Faridpur subdivision of Jehanabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Ratni Faridpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jehanabad . As per 2009 stats, Pandaul is the gram panchayat of Pokhanwan village.

Pokhanwan has its own place in the vibrant Jehanabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pokhanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhanwan is 260093. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares. Jehanabad is nearest town to Pokhanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Pokhanwan

Below is a concise population overview of Pokhanwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,112 583 529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 79 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 112 59 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 810 452 358
Illiterate Population 302 131 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokhanwan village:

  • The total population of Pokhanwan village is around 1,112, including approximately 583 males and 529 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhanwan village has 112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhanwan village is about 72.84%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 67.67%.
  • There are around 185 households in Pokhanwan village.

Connectivity of Pokhanwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhanwan. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhanwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokhanwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhanwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhanwan.

Gopalpur Ghejan Gyani Bigha Rustan Chak Utra Patti Bijulipur Shankar Bigha Hajampur Kakhaura Pandaul Bedauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhanwan

Where is Pokhanwan located?
Pokhanwan village is situated in Ratni Faridpur Subdivision, within the Jehanabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhanwan is Pandaul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pokhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhanwan is 1,112, with 583 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Pokhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhanwan village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhanwan is 72.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.53%, while the female literacy rate is 67.67%.