Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Hasanganj subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Hasanganj (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Rampur 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 224452. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.8 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 928 483 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 93 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) 130 62 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 503 304 199
Illiterate Population 425 179 246

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 928, including approximately 483 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 54.20%, with male literacy at 62.94% and female literacy at 44.72%.
  • There are around 196 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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.

Pirupipra Balua Bhatauria Ratni Chhotki Ratni Rampur Chandpur Sahanpur Nazirpur Sikarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Hasanganj Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharia is 928, with 483 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 54.20%. The male literacy rate is 62.94%, while the female literacy rate is 44.72%.