Pokharia Ray - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Pokharia Ray 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. Bhaisahi Pokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharia Ray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharia Ray is 217157. The village covers a total geographical area of 808 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pokharia Ray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokharia Ray
As per Census 2011, Pokharia Ray village has a total population of 6,256 people, consisting of 3,241 males and 3,015 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,687 literate and 3,569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharia Ray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,256 | 3,241 | 3,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,328 | 674 | 654 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,429 | 742 | 687 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,687 | 1,708 | 979 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,569 | 1,533 | 2,036 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia Ray
Pokharia Ray is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachhu Chhapar Andar Bhaisahi | South | 2.31 km |
| Bhaisahi | West | 2.41 km |
| Karampatti | East | 2.65 km |
| Puraina Choube | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Lagunaha | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Jiachha Tola | South | 3.40 km |
| Senduria | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Tola Goita | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Bankat | East | 3.82 km |
| Bandipatti | South-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pokharia Ray
Pokharia Ray is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chanpatia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanpatia to Pokharia Ray is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Pokharia Ray 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 Ray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharia Ray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pokharia Ray
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 Ray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pokharia Ray
Where is Pokharia Ray located?
Pokharia Ray village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia Ray?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia Ray is Bhaisahi Pokharia.
What is the pincode of Pokharia Ray?
The pincode of Pokharia Ray is 845449.
What is the population of Pokharia Ray?
Pokharia Ray has a total population of 6,256, including 3,241 males and 3,015 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia Ray?
There are 1,208 households in Pokharia Ray.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia Ray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia Ray is 42.95%. Male literacy is 52.70% and female literacy is 32.47%.