Pokhra

Pokhra is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Belbigha is the gram panchayat of Pokhra village.

Pokhra has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Pokhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhra is 365010. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Pokhra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pokhra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 289 144 145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 28 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 38 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 185 106 79
Illiterate Population 104 38 66

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

  • The total population of Pokhra village is around 289, including approximately 144 males and 145 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhra village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhra village is about 64.01%, with male literacy at 73.61% and female literacy at 54.48%.
  • There are around 47 households in Pokhra village.

Connectivity of Pokhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhra. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokhra

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

Reriya Lamar Kajrat Nawadih Agheria Kalan Bahera Raghubir Bigha Kunrwa Kalan Araji Sheikhpura Khardiha Kishunpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhra

Where is Pokhra located?
Pokhra village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhra is Belbigha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokhra?
The pincode of Pokhra is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhra is 289, with 144 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhra village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhra is 64.01%. The male literacy rate is 73.61%, while the female literacy rate is 54.48%.