Pokharighat
About Pokharighat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pokharighat village is 423518. Pokharighat village is located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chancher is the gram panchayat of Pokharighat village.
The total geographical area of village is 146 hectares. Pokharighat has a total population of 434 peoples, out of which male population is 211 while female population is 223. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1056 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pokharighat village is 44.47% out of which 52.61% males and 36.77% females are literate. There are about 116 houses in pokharighat village. Pincode of pokharighat village locality is 766001.
When it comes to administration, Pokharighat 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, Pokharighat village comes under Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to pokharighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Pokharighat
The population details of Pokharighat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 211 | 223 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 180 | 79 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 111 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 100 | 141 |
Connectivity of Pokharighat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharighat
Where is Pokharighat located?
Pokharighat village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharighat is Chancher (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokharighat?
The pincode of Pokharighat is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokharighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharighat is 434, with 211 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Pokharighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharighat village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharighat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharighat is 44.47%. The male literacy rate is 52.61%, while the female literacy rate is 36.77%.