Polkara

Polkara is a village located in Nirsa Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Nirsa (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Pandrabajera is the gram panchayat of Polkara village.

Polkara has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Polkara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Polkara is 361941. The village spans a total geographical area of 272 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Polkara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Polkara

Below is a concise population overview of Polkara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 914 448 466
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 83 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 830 405 425
Literate Population 376 236 140
Illiterate Population 538 212 326

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Polkara village:

  • The total population of Polkara village is around 914, including approximately 448 males and 466 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Polkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Polkara village has 830 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Polkara village is about 41.14%, with male literacy at 52.68% and female literacy at 30.04%.
  • There are around 148 households in Polkara village.

Connectivity of Polkara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Polkara. As per the 2011 stats, Polkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Polkara

Knowing the nearby villages of Polkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Polkara.

Panrrabejra Garga Barajor Maradi Layadi Dumarjor Hikimaral Bhalpahari Gugitapa Benagaria Talberya

Frequently Asked Questions about Polkara

Where is Polkara located?
Polkara village is situated in Nirsa Chirkunda Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Polkara is Pandrabajera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Polkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polkara is 914, with 448 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Polkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Polkara village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polkara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polkara is 41.14%. The male literacy rate is 52.68%, while the female literacy rate is 30.04%.