Pokharia Kharag - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Pokharia Kharag is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Kharg Pokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharia Kharag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharia Kharag is 217158. The village covers a total geographical area of 715 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pokharia Kharag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokharia Kharag
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia Kharag village had a total population of 7,232 people, including 3,820 males and 3,412 females, living in 1,446 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.96%, with male literacy at 60.19% and female literacy at 38.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,927, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,232 | 3,820 | 3,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,545 | 803 | 742 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,927 | 995 | 932 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,841 | 1,816 | 1,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,391 | 2,004 | 2,387 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia Kharag
Pokharia Kharag is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pokharia Kharag
Pokharia Kharag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pokharia Kharag has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanpatia to Pokharia Kharag is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Pokharia Kharag is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharia Kharag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharia Kharag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pokharia Kharag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharia Kharag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pokharia Kharag
Where is Pokharia Kharag located?
Pokharia Kharag village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pokharia Kharag?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia Kharag is Kharg Pokharia.
What is the pincode of Pokharia Kharag?
The pincode of Pokharia Kharag is 845449.
What is the population of Pokharia Kharag?
Pokharia Kharag had a total population of 7,232, including 3,820 males and 3,412 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia Kharag?
Pokharia Kharag had 1,446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia Kharag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia Kharag was 49.96%. Male literacy was 60.19% and female literacy was 38.39%.