Pohar - Multai, Betul
Pohar is a village situated in the Multai tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Multai and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Pohar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pohar is 486124. The village covers a total geographical area of 785.81 hectares and falls under the 460557 pincode. Multai is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Pohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Multai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pohar
As per Census 2011, Pohar village has a total population of 1,684 people, consisting of 896 males and 788 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,684 | 896 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 93 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 748 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 148 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Pohar
Pohar 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 Pohar
Pohar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Multai to Pohar is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Pohar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pohar
Where is Pohar located?
Pohar village is located in Multai Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pohar?
Pohar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pohar?
The pincode of Pohar is 460557.
What is the population of Pohar?
Pohar has a total population of 1,684, including 896 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Pohar?
There are 328 households in Pohar.
What is the literacy rate in Pohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pohar is 75.24%. Male literacy is 83.48% and female literacy is 65.86%.