Pokanda

Pokanda is a village located in Thakurgarh tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Thakurgarh (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Paikasahi is the gram panchayat of Pokanda village.

Pokanda has its own place in the vibrant Anugul 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 Pokanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokanda is 405063. The village spans a total geographical area of 449 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759125. Anugul is nearest town to Pokanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Pokanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 728 369 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 62 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 418 212 206
Literate Population 494 278 216
Illiterate Population 234 91 143

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

  • The total population of Pokanda village is around 728, including approximately 369 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Pokanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokanda village has 418 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokanda village is about 67.86%, with male literacy at 75.34% and female literacy at 60.17%.
  • There are around 145 households in Pokanda village.

Connectivity of Pokanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokanda. As per the 2011 stats, Pokanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 Pokanda

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

Taleipathar Nua Arakhakuda Ghodabandhuni Jayapur Mindol Baghuanali Bidisingbasu Kalapatanali Ranidantakathia Satyabadipur Uchakurum

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokanda

Where is Pokanda located?
Pokanda village is situated in Thakurgarh Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokanda is Paikasahi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokanda?
The pincode of Pokanda is 759125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokanda is 728, with 369 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Pokanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokanda village has a total of 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokanda is 67.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.34%, while the female literacy rate is 60.17%.