Poha
Poha is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Poha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Poha unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Poha’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 Poha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poha is 530969. The village spans a total geographical area of 1889.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444405. Karanja is nearest town to Poha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Poha
Population of Poha
According to the 2011 Census, Poha has a total population of about 4,930, with approximately 2,556 males and 2,374 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 579 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 153. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.39%, with male literacy at about 79.23% and female literacy near 65.04%. There are around 1,117 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,930 | 2,556 | 2,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 579 | 305 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 248 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 3,569 | 2,025 | 1,544 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,361 | 531 | 830 |
Connectivity of Poha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poha. As per the 2011 stats, Poha 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 Poha
Knowing the nearby villages of Poha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poha
- Where is Poha located?
- Poha village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poha?
- Poha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poha?
- The pincode of Poha is 444405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poha is 4,930, with 2,556 males and 2,374 females.
- How many households are there in Poha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poha village has a total of 1,117 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poha is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.23%, while the female literacy rate is 65.04%.