Pokhra

Pokhra is a village located in Maharajganj subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Pokhara is the gram panchayat of Pokhra village.

Pokhra has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 Pokhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhra is 231831. The village spans a total geographical area of 474 hectares. Maharajganj is nearest town to Pokhra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Pokhra

Below is a concise population overview of Pokhra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,479 3,114 3,365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,137 577 560
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,001 475 526
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 72 36 36
Literate Population 3,711 2,096 1,615
Illiterate Population 2,768 1,018 1,750

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

  • The total population of Pokhra village is around 6,479, including approximately 3,114 males and 3,365 females, with a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,137 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhra village has 1,001 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 72 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhra village is about 57.28%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 47.99%.
  • There are around 1,092 households in Pokhra village.

Connectivity of Pokhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhra. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokhra

Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhra.

Aphrad Jagdishpur Hahwa Risaura Bishunpura Madhopur Gaur Sikandarpur Teghra Chhotka Teghra Ratanpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhra

Where is Pokhra located?
Pokhra village is situated in Maharajganj Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhra is Pokhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhra is 6,479, with 3,114 males and 3,365 females.
How many households are there in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhra village has a total of 1,092 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhra is 57.28%. The male literacy rate is 67.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.99%.