Pochawada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Pochawada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pochawada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pochawada is 450035. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 242 km away.
Pochawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pochawada
According to the 2011 Census, Pochawada village had a total population of 90 people, including 39 males and 51 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,308 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.21%, with male literacy at 37.93% and female literacy at 31.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Pochawada
Pochawada 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 Pochawada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pochawada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Pochawada is about 242 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Pochawada is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pochawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pochawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pochawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pochawada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pochawada
Where is Pochawada located?
Pochawada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pochawada?
Pochawada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pochawada?
The pincode of Pochawada is 494661.
What is the population of Pochawada?
Pochawada had a total population of 90, including 39 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Pochawada?
Pochawada had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pochawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pochawada was 34.21%. Male literacy was 37.93% and female literacy was 31.91%.