Pokatunga
About Pokatunga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pokatunga village is 405223. Pokatunga village is located in Bantala tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bantala (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Pokatunga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 546 hectares. Pokatunga has a total population of 4,176 peoples, out of which male population is 2,139 while female population is 2,037. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pokatunga village is 72.65% out of which 80.32% males and 64.60% females are literate. There are about 964 houses in pokatunga village. Pincode of pokatunga village locality is 759129.
When it comes to administration, Pokatunga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pokatunga village comes under Angul Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Anugul is nearest town to pokatunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Pokatunga
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,176 | 2,139 | 2,037 |
| Literate Population | 3,034 | 1,718 | 1,316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,142 | 421 | 721 |
Connectivity of Pokatunga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokatunga
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokatunga
Where is Pokatunga located?
Pokatunga village is situated in Bantala Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokatunga?
Pokatunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pokatunga?
The pincode of Pokatunga is 759129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokatunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokatunga is 4,176, with 2,139 males and 2,037 females.
How many households are there in Pokatunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokatunga village has a total of 964 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokatunga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokatunga is 72.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.32%, while the female literacy rate is 64.60%.