Phokalwa - Sona Rai Tharhi, Deoghar
Phokalwa is a village situated in the Sona Rai Tharhi subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sona Rai Tharhi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Khijuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phokalwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phokalwa is 354130. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 814150 pincode.
Phokalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phokalwa
According to the 2011 Census, Phokalwa village had a total population of 274 people, including 131 males and 143 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 46.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 131 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 26 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 95 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 36 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Phokalwa
Phokalwa 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 Phokalwa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Phokalwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Phokalwa is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phokalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phokalwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phokalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phokalwa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phokalwa
Where is Phokalwa located?
Phokalwa village is located in Sona Rai Tharhi Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phokalwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Phokalwa is Khijuriya.
What is the pincode of Phokalwa?
The pincode of Phokalwa is 814150.
What is the population of Phokalwa?
Phokalwa had a total population of 274, including 131 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Phokalwa?
Phokalwa had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phokalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phokalwa was 68.78%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 46.00%.