Pokdanda

Pokdanda is a village located in Chandwara subdivision of Kodarma district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chandwara (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Koderma. As per 2009 stats, Pipradih is the gram panchayat of Pokdanda village.

Pokdanda has its own place in the vibrant Kodarma 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 Pokdanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokdanda is 350086. The village spans a total geographical area of 147 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825409. Jhumri Tilaiya is nearest town to Pokdanda village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pokdanda 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 Barkatha 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.

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Population of Pokdanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,071 533 538
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 117 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 325 175 150
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 447 257 190
Illiterate Population 624 276 348

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

  • The total population of Pokdanda village is around 1,071, including approximately 533 males and 538 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Pokdanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokdanda village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokdanda village is about 41.74%, with male literacy at 48.22% and female literacy at 35.32%.
  • There are around 171 households in Pokdanda village.

Connectivity of Pokdanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokdanda. As per the 2011 stats, Pokdanda 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokdanda

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

Garaindih Gawanpur Kanko Kurmidih Jamkathi Chamgudokalan Tetar Chak Jhawatari Asnatari Kumbh Tepra

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokdanda

Where is Pokdanda located?
Pokdanda village is situated in Chandwara Subdivision, within the Kodarma district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokdanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokdanda is Pipradih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokdanda?
The pincode of Pokdanda is 825409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokdanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokdanda is 1,071, with 533 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Pokdanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokdanda village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokdanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokdanda is 41.74%. The male literacy rate is 48.22%, while the female literacy rate is 35.32%.