Pokhari - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Pokhari is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lubengada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhari is 422563. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Pokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhari
As per Census 2011, Pokhari village has a total population of 105 people, consisting of 50 males and 55 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhari
Pokhari 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 Pokhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pokhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Pokhari is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pokhari is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokhari
Where is Pokhari located?
Pokhari village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhari is Lubengada.
What is the pincode of Pokhari?
The pincode of Pokhari is 766102.
What is the population of Pokhari?
Pokhari has a total population of 105, including 50 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Pokhari?
There are 21 households in Pokhari.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhari is 8.57%. Male literacy is 8.00% and female literacy is 9.09%.