Dak Pokhar
Dak Pokhar is a village located in Terhagachh subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Terhagachh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Dak Pokhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Dak Pokhar 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 Dak Pokhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dak Pokhar is 222290. The village spans a total geographical area of 354 hectares. Bahadurganj is nearest town to Dak Pokhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Dak Pokhar
Population of Dak Pokhar
Below is a concise population overview of Dak Pokhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,743 | 1,418 | 1,325 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 238 | 231 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 85 | 97 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Literate Population | 1,489 | 906 | 583 |
Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 512 | 742 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dak Pokhar village:
- The total population of Dak Pokhar village is around 2,743, including approximately 1,418 males and 1,325 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 469 children aged 0–6 years in Dak Pokhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dak Pokhar village has 182 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dak Pokhar village is about 54.28%, with male literacy at 63.89% and female literacy at 44.00%.
- There are around 634 households in Dak Pokhar village.
Connectivity of Dak Pokhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dak Pokhar. As per the 2011 stats, Dak Pokhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dak Pokhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dak Pokhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dak Pokhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dak Pokhar
- Where is Dak Pokhar located?
- Dak Pokhar village is situated in Terhagachh Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dak Pokhar?
- Dak Pokhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dak Pokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dak Pokhar is 2,743, with 1,418 males and 1,325 females.
- How many households are there in Dak Pokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dak Pokhar village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dak Pokhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dak Pokhar is 54.28%. The male literacy rate is 63.89%, while the female literacy rate is 44.00%.