Pohargaon
Pohargaon is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Pohargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pohargaon unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Pohargaon’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 Pohargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pohargaon is 562387. The village spans a total geographical area of 655 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Pohargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pohargaon 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pohargaon
Population of Pohargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pohargaon has a total population of about 1,840, with approximately 965 males and 875 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 124. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.18%, with male literacy at about 73.58% and female literacy near 53.83%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pohargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,840 | 965 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 117 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 152 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 710 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 255 | 404 |
Connectivity of Pohargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pohargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pohargaon 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 Pohargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pohargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pohargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pohargaon
- Where is Pohargaon located?
- Pohargaon village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pohargaon?
- Pohargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pohargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pohargaon is 1,840, with 965 males and 875 females.
- How many households are there in Pohargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pohargaon village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pohargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pohargaon is 64.18%. The male literacy rate is 73.58%, while the female literacy rate is 53.83%.