Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Kamraul is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.

Pokharia has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Pokharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharia is 224900. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855102. Katihar is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.

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Population of Pokharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 698 356 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 74 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 16 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 236 130 106
Illiterate Population 462 226 236

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 698, including approximately 356 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 33.81%, with male literacy at 36.52% and female literacy at 30.99%.
  • There are around 129 households in Pokharia village.

Connectivity of Pokharia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pokharia

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

Kamraul Phunagaon Kaliannagar Bansbhitha Bairia Kasul Chichaura Kachana Mahanagar Pirasan Bighaurhat

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Kamraul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokharia?
The pincode of Pokharia is 855102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharia is 698, with 356 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 33.81%. The male literacy rate is 36.52%, while the female literacy rate is 30.99%.