Pokharbuzurg - Satwas, Dewas
Pokharbuzurg is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bhamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharbuzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharbuzurg is 473863. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.58 hectares and falls under the 455459 pincode. Satwas is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pokharbuzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pokharbuzurg
As per Census 2011, Pokharbuzurg village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 565 males and 541 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharbuzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 565 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 102 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 293 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 279 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 286 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharbuzurg
Pokharbuzurg 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 Pokharbuzurg
Pokharbuzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Satwas to Pokharbuzurg is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Pokharbuzurg is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharbuzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharbuzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pokharbuzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharbuzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokharbuzurg
Where is Pokharbuzurg located?
Pokharbuzurg village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharbuzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharbuzurg is Bhamar.
What is the pincode of Pokharbuzurg?
The pincode of Pokharbuzurg is 455459.
What is the population of Pokharbuzurg?
Pokharbuzurg has a total population of 1,106, including 565 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Pokharbuzurg?
There are 248 households in Pokharbuzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharbuzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharbuzurg is 38.88%. Male literacy is 49.38% and female literacy is 27.91%.