Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Boram subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Boram (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Pokhariya is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Pokharia unique in its vibrant Boram-Purbi Singhbhum 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 363297. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832105. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Pokharia
Population of Pokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia has a total population of about 1,668, with approximately 865 males and 803 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 341. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.72%, with male literacy at about 63.47% and female literacy near 36.99%. There are around 347 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 | 1,668 | 865 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 135 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 183 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 549 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 316 | 506 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Boram Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum 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 832105, 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 1,668, with 865 males and 803 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 50.72%. The male literacy rate is 63.47%, while the female literacy rate is 36.99%.