Pohargaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Pohargaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pohargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pohargaon is 562387. The village covers a total geographical area of 655 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pohargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pohargaon
As per Census 2011, Pohargaon village has a total population of 1,840 people, consisting of 965 males and 875 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pohargaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pohargaon
Pohargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsoli | North | 2.24 km |
| Ambe | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Vite | East | 2.69 km |
| Sarkoli | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Fulchincholi | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Chale | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Ozewadi | South | 5.65 km |
| Ranzani | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Nepatgaon | South | 6.12 km |
| Tarapur | North | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pohargaon
Public transport in the Pohargaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Pohargaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pohargaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pohargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pohargaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pohargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pohargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pohargaon
Where is Pohargaon located?
Pohargaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pohargaon?
Pohargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pohargaon?
The pincode of Pohargaon is 413304.
What is the population of Pohargaon?
Pohargaon has a total population of 1,840, including 965 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Pohargaon?
There are 428 households in Pohargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pohargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pohargaon is 64.18%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 53.83%.