Pokharni

Pokharni is a village located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 71km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Pokharni village is also a gram panchayat.

Pokharni has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pokharni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharni is 545416. The village spans a total geographical area of 470 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 471742. Kandhar is nearest town to Pokharni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 71km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pokharni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pokharni

Below is a concise population overview of Pokharni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,019 529 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 66 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 360 192 168
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 627 378 249
Illiterate Population 392 151 241

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokharni village:

  • The total population of Pokharni village is around 1,019, including approximately 529 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharni village has 360 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharni village is about 61.53%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 50.82%.
  • There are around 205 households in Pokharni village.

Connectivity of Pokharni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokharni. As per the 2011 stats, Pokharni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokharni

Knowing the nearby villages of Pokharni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokharni.

Hanmantwadi Ramanaik Tanda Shriganwadi Nagalgaon Guttewadi Ghagardarwadi Harbal P K Gandhinagar Marshivni Somthana Daithana

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharni

Where is Pokharni located?
Pokharni village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharni?
Pokharni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pokharni?
The pincode of Pokharni is 471742, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharni is 1,019, with 529 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharni village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharni is 61.53%. The male literacy rate is 71.46%, while the female literacy rate is 50.82%.