Pokharibandha - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Pokharibandha is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharibandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharibandha is 416531. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Pokharibandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokharibandha
As per Census 2011, Pokharibandha village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 90 males and 120 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharibandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 90 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 30 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharibandha
Pokharibandha 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 Pokharibandha
Public transport in the Pokharibandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Pokharibandha is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pokharibandha is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharibandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharibandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pokharibandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharibandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokharibandha
Where is Pokharibandha located?
Pokharibandha village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharibandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharibandha is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Pokharibandha?
The pincode of Pokharibandha is 762110.
What is the population of Pokharibandha?
Pokharibandha has a total population of 210, including 90 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Pokharibandha?
There are 48 households in Pokharibandha.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharibandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharibandha is 49.05%. Male literacy is 62.22% and female literacy is 39.17%.