Pohara
About Pohara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pohara village is 009404. Pohara village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Pohara village. As per 2009 stats, Basnoor is the gram panchayat of Pohara village.
The total geographical area of village is 77.54 hectares. Pohara has a total population of 656 peoples, out of which male population is 317 while female population is 339. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1069 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pohara village is 73.78% out of which 79.81% males and 68.14% females are literate. There are about 158 houses in pohara village. Pincode of pohara village locality is 176207.
When it comes to administration, Pohara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pohara village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to pohara village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Pohara
The population details of Pohara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 317 | 339 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 253 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 64 | 108 |
Connectivity of Pohara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pohara
Where is Pohara located?
Pohara village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Pohara is Basnoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pohara?
The pincode of Pohara is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pohara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pohara is 656, with 317 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Pohara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pohara village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pohara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pohara is 73.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 68.14%.