Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. As per 2009 stats, Saharpur is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.

Pokharia has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Pokharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharia is 370870. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816124. Shikaripara is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pokharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 536 266 270
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 23 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 33 35
Literate Population 360 208 152
Illiterate Population 176 58 118

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 536, including approximately 266 males and 270 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 67.16%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 56.30%.
  • There are around 128 households in Pokharia village.

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 village
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.

Saharjuri Karmatanr Simla Dhopahar Mahulpahari Kesragarh Sirsa Ranga Duar Pahari Sibtala Digalpahari

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Saharpur (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 816124, 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 536, with 266 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 67.16%. The male literacy rate is 78.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.30%.