Pokharitola - Sarai, Singrauli
Pokharitola is a village situated in the Sarai tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Deosar and around 60 km from Singrauli. Pokhari Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharitola is 503863. The village covers a total geographical area of 673.2 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pokharitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokharitola
As per Census 2011, Pokharitola village has a total population of 1,549 people, consisting of 788 males and 761 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharitola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 788 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 164 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,162 | 592 | 570 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 376 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 979 | 412 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharitola
Pokharitola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Diyagadai | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Dahjud | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Jhurhanar | North | 3.51 km |
| Godbahara | West | 3.61 km |
| Kasaiya | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Tharakthaila | East | 4.42 km |
| Sarai | South | 4.50 km |
| Gannai | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Jhundihawa | West | 4.64 km |
| Kanhaiyadah | East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pokharitola
Pokharitola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sareigram, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Pokharitola 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 Pokharitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharitola 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 Pokharitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharitola 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 Pokharitola
Where is Pokharitola located?
Pokharitola village is located in Sarai Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharitola is Pokhari Tola.
What is the pincode of Pokharitola?
The pincode of Pokharitola is 486889.
What is the population of Pokharitola?
Pokharitola has a total population of 1,549, including 788 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Pokharitola?
There are 358 households in Pokharitola.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharitola is 36.80%. Male literacy is 47.72% and female literacy is 25.49%.