Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pothia (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Mirjapur is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.

Pokharia has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 222566. The village spans a total geographical area of 370.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855117. Thakurganj is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km 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 963 473 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 204 94 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 963 473 490
Literate Population 305 189 116
Illiterate Population 658 284 374

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 963, including approximately 473 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 963 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 31.67%, with male literacy at 39.96% and female literacy at 23.67%.
  • There are around 236 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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.

Patilabhasa Pothia Pawakhali Chilhamari Naukatta Bagrani Kusiari Dhangi Pokhar Gangnati Arazigachh Pamal Gangnati

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Pothia Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Mirjapur (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 855117, 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 963, with 473 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 31.67%. The male literacy rate is 39.96%, while the female literacy rate is 23.67%.