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
As per Census 2011, Pochawada village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 39 males and 51 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,307 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pochawada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 90, including 39 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Pochawada?
There are 17 households in Pochawada.
What is the literacy rate in Pochawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pochawada is 28.89%. Male literacy is 28.21% and female literacy is 29.41%.