Pokhar Khurd - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Pokhar Khurd is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pokhar Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhar Khurd is 477399. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.52 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pokhar Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhar Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhar Khurd village had a total population of 1,302 people, including 656 males and 646 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.42%, with male literacy at 77.76% and female literacy at 53.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,294.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,302 | 656 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 148 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,294 | 653 | 641 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 395 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 261 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhar Khurd
Pokhar Khurd 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 Khurd
Pokhar Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Pokhar Khurd is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhar Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhar Khurd 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 Pokhar Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Pokhar Khurd
Where is Pokhar Khurd located?
Pokhar Khurd village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhar Khurd?
Pokhar Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pokhar Khurd?
The pincode of Pokhar Khurd is 451001.
What is the population of Pokhar Khurd?
Pokhar Khurd had a total population of 1,302, including 656 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Pokhar Khurd?
Pokhar Khurd had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhar Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhar Khurd was 65.42%. Male literacy was 77.76% and female literacy was 53.66%.