Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Bagodar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bagodar (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Pokhariya is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Pokharia unique in its vibrant Bagodar-Giridih 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 352492. The village spans a total geographical area of 723 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825106. Bagodar is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Pokharia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pokharia
Population of Pokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia has a total population of about 3,123, with approximately 1,551 males and 1,572 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 594 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.80%, with male literacy at about 64.15% and female literacy near 33.65%. There are around 469 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 | 3,123 | 1,551 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 292 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 125 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 995 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,599 | 556 | 1,043 |
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 <5 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 Bagodar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Pokhariya (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 825106, 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 3,123, with 1,551 males and 1,572 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 48.80%. The male literacy rate is 64.15%, while the female literacy rate is 33.65%.