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.
Poha has its own place in the vibrant Washim 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Poha 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poha village:
- The total population of Poha village is around 4,930, including approximately 2,556 males and 2,374 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 579 children aged 0–6 years in Poha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poha village has 488 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 153 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poha village is about 72.39%, with male literacy at 79.23% and female literacy at 65.04%.
- There are around 1,117 households in Poha village.
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%.