Poksari - Batouli, Surguja
Poksari is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Poksari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poksari is 433516. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Poksari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poksari
As per Census 2011, Poksari village has a total population of 3,216 people, consisting of 1,603 males and 1,613 females. The village has 742 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,506 literate and 1,710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,565 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poksari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,216 | 1,603 | 1,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 194 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,565 | 1,270 | 1,295 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 919 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,710 | 684 | 1,026 |
Nearby Villages of Poksari
Poksari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangari | East | 2.29 km |
| Ratanpur | South | 2.61 km |
| Dumarbhawana | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Suarpara | North | 2.94 km |
| Chiparkaya | West | 3.17 km |
| Sedam | North | 3.82 km |
| Kapatbahari | East | 4.01 km |
| Balampur | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Kot | South-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poksari
Poksari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Poksari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Poksari is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poksari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poksari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poksari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poksari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poksari
Where is Poksari located?
Poksari village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poksari?
Poksari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poksari?
The pincode of Poksari is 497101.
What is the population of Poksari?
Poksari has a total population of 3,216, including 1,603 males and 1,613 females.
How many households are there in Poksari?
There are 742 households in Poksari.
What is the literacy rate in Poksari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poksari is 46.83%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 36.39%.