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.
Pohargaon has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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.
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Population of Pohargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Pohargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pohargaon village:
- The total population of Pohargaon village is around 1,840, including approximately 965 males and 875 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Pohargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pohargaon village has 284 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 124 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pohargaon village is about 64.18%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 53.83%.
- There are around 428 households in Pohargaon village.
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%.