Pokhaliya - Pati, Barwani
Pokhaliya is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Pokhalya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokhaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhaliya is 478124. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.43 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Pokhaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhaliya
As per Census 2011, Pokhaliya village has a total population of 2,007 people, consisting of 970 males and 1,037 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 1,632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,852 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokhaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 970 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 267 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,852 | 890 | 962 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 201 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,632 | 769 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhaliya
Pokhaliya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pokhaliya
Pokhaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Pokhaliya is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pokhaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pokhaliya
Where is Pokhaliya located?
Pokhaliya village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhaliya is Pokhalya.
What is the pincode of Pokhaliya?
The pincode of Pokhaliya is 451551.
What is the population of Pokhaliya?
Pokhaliya has a total population of 2,007, including 970 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Pokhaliya?
There are 289 households in Pokhaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhaliya is 18.68%. Male literacy is 20.72% and female literacy is 16.78%.