Pokharan

Pokharan is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Pokharan village is also a gram panchayat.

Pokharan has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Pokharan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharan is 551717. Dahanu is nearest town to Pokharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Pokharan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 622 305 317
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 12 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 34 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 28 13 15
Literate Population 535 267 268
Illiterate Population 87 38 49

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

  • The total population of Pokharan village is around 622, including approximately 305 males and 317 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharan village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharan village is about 86.01%, with male literacy at 87.54% and female literacy at 84.54%.
  • There are around 165 households in Pokharan village.

Connectivity of Pokharan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokharan. As per the 2011 stats, Pokharan 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pokharan

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

Dhamatane Peth Dhakti Dahanu Tadiyale Dhumket Gungavada Bade Pokharan Chandigaon Ambistewadi Vandhavan Varor

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharan

Where is Pokharan located?
Pokharan village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharan?
Pokharan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pokharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharan is 622, with 305 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Pokharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharan village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharan is 86.01%. The male literacy rate is 87.54%, while the female literacy rate is 84.54%.