Pokharia - Baisa, Purnia
Pokharia is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Sirsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharia is 223845. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pokharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokharia
As per Census 2011, Pokharia village has a total population of 2,579 people, consisting of 1,358 males and 1,221 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 1,851 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,579 | 1,358 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 274 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 452 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,851 | 906 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia
Pokharia 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
Public transport in the Pokharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Pokharia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Pokharia is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pokharia
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 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
Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Sirsi.
What is the pincode of Pokharia?
The pincode of Pokharia is 854315.
What is the population of Pokharia?
Pokharia has a total population of 2,579, including 1,358 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia?
There are 517 households in Pokharia.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia is 28.23%. Male literacy is 33.28% and female literacy is 22.60%.