Pokharni
About Pokharni
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pokharni village is 001556. Pokharni village is located in Nowshehra tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Nowshera (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rajouri. As per 2009 stats, Pukherni is the gram panchayat of Pokharni village.
The total geographical area of village is 482.4 hectares. Pokharni has a total population of 1,371 peoples, out of which male population is 688 while female population is 683. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pokharni village is 51.71% out of which 57.99% males and 45.39% females are literate. There are about 270 houses in pokharni village. Pincode of pokharni village locality is 185155.
Nowshera is nearest town to pokharni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Pokharni
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 688 | 683 |
| Children (0-6) | 295 | 157 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,158 | 587 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 399 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 289 | 373 |
Connectivity of Pokharni
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharni
Where is Pokharni located?
Pokharni village is situated in Nowshehra Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharni?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharni is Pukherni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokharni?
The pincode of Pokharni is 185155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharni is 1,371, with 688 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharni village has a total of 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharni is 51.71%. The male literacy rate is 57.99%, while the female literacy rate is 45.39%.