Poor
Poor is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Pur is the gram panchayat of Poor village.
Here you can discover what makes Poor unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Poor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Poor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poor is 565797. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.12 hectares. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Poor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poor 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Poor
Population of Poor
According to the 2011 Census, Poor has a total population of about 1,242, with approximately 582 males and 660 females. The sex ratio is around 1134 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.10%, with male literacy at about 85.57% and female literacy near 71.52%. There are around 292 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,242 | 582 | 660 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 970 | 498 | 472 |
Illiterate Population | 272 | 84 | 188 |
Connectivity of Poor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poor. As per the 2011 stats, Poor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poor
Knowing the nearby villages of Poor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poor
- Where is Poor located?
- Poor village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poor is Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Poor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poor is 1,242, with 582 males and 660 females.
- How many households are there in Poor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poor village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poor is 78.10%. The male literacy rate is 85.57%, while the female literacy rate is 71.52%.