Poka
About Poka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poka village is 023407. Poka village is located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Poka village. As per 2009 stats, Poka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 272.72 hectares. Poka has a total population of 280 peoples, out of which male population is 146 while female population is 134. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poka village is 70.71% out of which 83.56% males and 56.72% females are literate. There are about 53 houses in poka village. Pincode of poka village locality is 173029.
When it comes to administration, Poka 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, Poka village comes under Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to poka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Poka
Population of Poka
The population details of Poka 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 | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 24 | 58 |
Connectivity of Poka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poka
Frequently Asked Questions about Poka
Where is Poka located?
Poka village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poka?
Poka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Poka?
The pincode of Poka is 173029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poka is 280, with 146 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Poka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poka village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poka is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 83.56%, while the female literacy rate is 56.72%.