Pokamula - Naugaon, Jagatsinghapur
Pokamula is a village situated in the Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugaon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Bachhalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokamula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokamula is 398151. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 754113 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pokamula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatsinghpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pokamula
According to the 2011 Census, Pokamula village had a total population of 426 people, including 220 males and 206 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 220 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 164 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Pokamula
Pokamula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pokamula
Pokamula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Pokamula is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokamula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokamula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pokamula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokamula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokamula
Where is Pokamula located?
Pokamula village is located in Naugaon Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pokamula?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokamula is Bachhalo.
What is the pincode of Pokamula?
The pincode of Pokamula is 754113.
What is the population of Pokamula?
Pokamula had a total population of 426, including 220 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Pokamula?
Pokamula had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokamula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokamula was 80.37%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 78.57%.