Poharadevi - Manora, Washim
Poharadevi is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Pohradevi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poharadevi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poharadevi is 531100. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.9 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Poharadevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poharadevi
As per Census 2011, Poharadevi village has a total population of 4,609 people, consisting of 2,399 males and 2,210 females. The village has 1,071 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,350 literate and 1,259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poharadevi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,609 | 2,399 | 2,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 317 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 296 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 3,350 | 1,889 | 1,461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 510 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Poharadevi
Poharadevi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakad Chikhali | South | 1.88 km |
| Gogjai | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Pimpalshenda | West | 2.84 km |
| Waigaul | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Dhawanda | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Naigaon Bandi | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Balajinagar | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Gondegaon. | South | 4.78 km |
| Panchala | North | 4.95 km |
| Hatana | North-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poharadevi
Poharadevi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Poharadevi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Poharadevi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poharadevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poharadevi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Poharadevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poharadevi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Poharadevi
Where is Poharadevi located?
Poharadevi village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poharadevi?
The Gram Panchayat of Poharadevi is Pohradevi.
What is the pincode of Poharadevi?
The pincode of Poharadevi is 444404.
What is the population of Poharadevi?
Poharadevi has a total population of 4,609, including 2,399 males and 2,210 females.
How many households are there in Poharadevi?
There are 1,071 households in Poharadevi.
What is the literacy rate in Poharadevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poharadevi is 72.68%. Male literacy is 78.74% and female literacy is 66.11%.