Poka - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Poka is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Poka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poka is 023407. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.72 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Poka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poka
As per Census 2011, Poka village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 146 males and 134 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 24 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Poka
Poka 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 Poka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Poka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Poka is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poka 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 Poka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poka
Where is Poka located?
Poka village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poka?
Poka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poka?
The pincode of Poka is 173029.
What is the population of Poka?
Poka has a total population of 280, including 146 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Poka?
There are 53 households in Poka.
What is the literacy rate in Poka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poka is 70.71%. Male literacy is 83.56% and female literacy is 56.72%.