Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Baisa subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Baisa (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sirsi is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.

Pokharia has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 223845. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares. Kishanganj is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km 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 2,579 1,358 1,221
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 498 274 224
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 728 452 276
Illiterate Population 1,851 906 945

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 2,579, including approximately 1,358 males and 1,221 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 498 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 28.23%, with male literacy at 33.28% and female literacy at 22.60%.
  • There are around 517 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Baisa Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Sirsi (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 2,579, with 1,358 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 28.23%. The male literacy rate is 33.28%, while the female literacy rate is 22.60%.