Pokhria
Pokhria is a village located in Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Maheshpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Pakur. As per 2009 stats, Pokharia is the gram panchayat of Pokhria village.
Pokhria has its own place in the vibrant Pakur 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 Pokhria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhria is 360506. The village spans a total geographical area of 399 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816107. Maheshpur is nearest town to Pokhria village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pokhria
Population of Pokhria
Below is a concise population overview of Pokhria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,041 | 1,039 | 1,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 182 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 220 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,022 | 498 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 592 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 447 | 605 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokhria village:
- The total population of Pokhria village is around 2,041, including approximately 1,039 males and 1,002 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 365 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pokhria village has 431 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,022 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pokhria village is about 48.46%, with male literacy at 56.98% and female literacy at 39.62%.
- There are around 379 households in Pokhria village.
Connectivity of Pokhria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhria. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhria 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokhria
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhria
- Where is Pokhria located?
- Pokhria village is situated in Maheshpur Subdivision, within the Pakur district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokhria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokhria is Pokharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pokhria?
- The pincode of Pokhria is 816107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokhria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhria is 2,041, with 1,039 males and 1,002 females.
- How many households are there in Pokhria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokhria village has a total of 379 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokhria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhria is 48.46%. The male literacy rate is 56.98%, while the female literacy rate is 39.62%.