Pokharia - Purbi Tundi*, Dhanbad
Pokharia is a village situated in the Purbi Tundi* subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purbi Tundi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Begnariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharia is 361269. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode.
Pokharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokharia
As per Census 2011, Pokharia village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 390 males and 402 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 596 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 390 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 276 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 596 | 314 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 76 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia
Pokharia 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 Pokharia
Pokharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dhanbad to Pokharia is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pokharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pokharia
Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is located in Purbi Tundi* Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Begnariya.
What is the pincode of Pokharia?
The pincode of Pokharia is 828142.
What is the population of Pokharia?
Pokharia has a total population of 792, including 390 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia?
There are 131 households in Pokharia.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia is 75.25%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 70.15%.