Pokhran

Pokhran is a village located in Songadh taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Songadh (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Vyara. As per 2009 stats, Khanjar is the gram panchayat of Pokhran village.

Pokhran has its own place in the vibrant Tapi 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 Pokhran

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhran is 524602. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394680. Songadh is nearest town to Pokhran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Pokhran

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 551 308 243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 29 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 410 210 200
Literate Population 444 258 186
Illiterate Population 107 50 57

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

  • The total population of Pokhran village is around 551, including approximately 308 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 788 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhran village has 410 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhran village is about 80.58%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 76.54%.
  • There are around 103 households in Pokhran village.

Connectivity of Pokhran

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhran. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhran 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokhran

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

Achhalva Sadadkuva Bedvan Khadka Rampura Kothar Champavadi Kikakui Mandal Chakalia Khambhala Dosvada Kumkuva

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhran

Where is Pokhran located?
Pokhran village is situated in Songadh Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhran?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhran is Khanjar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokhran?
The pincode of Pokhran is 394680, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokhran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhran is 551, with 308 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Pokhran as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhran village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhran as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhran is 80.58%. The male literacy rate is 83.77%, while the female literacy rate is 76.54%.