Pokhar Buzurg - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Pokhar Buzurg is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pokhar Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokhar Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhar Buzurg is 477480. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.78 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Pokhar Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhar Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Pokhar Buzurg village has a total population of 1,362 people, consisting of 687 males and 675 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 571 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokhar Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 687 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 94 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 456 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 231 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhar Buzurg
Pokhar Buzurg 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 Pokhar Buzurg
Pokhar Buzurg 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 | 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 Bhikangaon to Pokhar Buzurg is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Pokhar Buzurg is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhar Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhar Buzurg 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pokhar Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhar Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pokhar Buzurg
Where is Pokhar Buzurg located?
Pokhar Buzurg village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhar Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhar Buzurg is Pokhar Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Pokhar Buzurg?
The pincode of Pokhar Buzurg is 451331.
What is the population of Pokhar Buzurg?
Pokhar Buzurg has a total population of 1,362, including 687 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Pokhar Buzurg?
There are 302 households in Pokhar Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhar Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhar Buzurg is 58.08%. Male literacy is 66.38% and female literacy is 49.63%.