Pojhikapur - Marhaura, Saran
Pojhikapur is a village situated in the Marhaura subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marhaura and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Bhualpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pojhikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pojhikapur is 233845. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 841418 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pojhikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Pojhikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Pojhikapur village had a total population of 808 people, including 424 males and 384 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.52%, with male literacy at 81.42% and female literacy at 54.37%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 424 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 276 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 148 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Pojhikapur
Pojhikapur 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 Pojhikapur
Pojhikapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Pojhikapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Pojhikapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Pojhikapur is about 15 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 Pojhikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pojhikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pojhikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pojhikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pojhikapur
Where is Pojhikapur located?
Pojhikapur village is located in Marhaura Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pojhikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pojhikapur is Bhualpur.
What is the pincode of Pojhikapur?
The pincode of Pojhikapur is 841418.
What is the population of Pojhikapur?
Pojhikapur had a total population of 808, including 424 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Pojhikapur?
Pojhikapur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pojhikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pojhikapur was 68.52%. Male literacy was 81.42% and female literacy was 54.37%.