Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Purnia East subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Purnia East (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Birpur 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 223505. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Pokharia
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,291 | 2,241 | 2,050 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 931 | 467 | 464 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,667 | 998 | 669 |
Illiterate Population | 2,624 | 1,243 | 1,381 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokharia village:
- The total population of Pokharia village is around 4,291, including approximately 2,241 males and 2,050 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 931 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pokharia village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 38.85%, with male literacy at 44.53% and female literacy at 32.63%.
- There are around 778 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) |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia
- Where is Pokharia located?
- Pokharia village is situated in Purnia East Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Birpur (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 4,291, with 2,241 males and 2,050 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 778 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 38.85%. The male literacy rate is 44.53%, while the female literacy rate is 32.63%.