Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Kasba subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kasba (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sanjheli 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 223565. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares. Kasba is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km 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 1,093 585 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 217 108 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 5 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 473 310 163
Illiterate Population 620 275 345

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 1,093, including approximately 585 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 43.28%, with male literacy at 52.99% and female literacy at 32.09%.
  • There are around 234 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.

Gargata Bishunpur Jalkar Bochgaon Bishunpur Deodha Mekhar Khamaili Dabaili Biswaspur Bathna Malharia Badla Saraunchia

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Kasba Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Sanjheli (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 1,093, with 585 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 43.28%. The male literacy rate is 52.99%, while the female literacy rate is 32.09%.