Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Saraiyahat. Saraiyahat is the sub-district headquarter of Pokharia village. As per 2009 stats, Barhet is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Pokharia unique in its vibrant Saraiyahat-Dumka region. You’ll see Pokharia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pokharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharia is 369576. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814145. Saraiyahat is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pokharia
Population of Pokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia has a total population of about 1,032, with approximately 558 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 369 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 80. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.57%, with male literacy at about 48.75% and female literacy near 26.58%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 558 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 202 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 52 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 272 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 286 | 348 |
Connectivity of Pokharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokharia. As per the 2011 stats, Pokharia 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 Pokharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia
- Where is Pokharia located?
- Pokharia village is situated in Saraiyahat Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Barhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pokharia?
- The pincode of Pokharia is 814145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharia is 1,032, with 558 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 38.57%. The male literacy rate is 48.75%, while the female literacy rate is 26.58%.