Pohala

Pohala is a village located in Pattamundai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pattamundai (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Badamulabasanta is the gram panchayat of Pohala village.

Pohala has its own place in the vibrant Kendrapara 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 Pohala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pohala is 396255. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754250. Pattamundai is nearest town to Pohala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

As per 2019 stats, Pohala village comes under Kendrapara assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Pohala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 677 321 356
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 42 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 69 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 222 232
Illiterate Population 223 99 124

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

  • The total population of Pohala village is around 677, including approximately 321 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 1109 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Pohala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pohala village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pohala village is about 67.06%, with male literacy at 69.16% and female literacy at 65.17%.
  • There are around 161 households in Pohala village.

Connectivity of Pohala

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pohala

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

Napanga Ichhapur Panturi Batipada Panduhata Gandakul Adhakhanda Kataramalla Sekpur Telengabasanta Dihapada

Frequently Asked Questions about Pohala

Where is Pohala located?
Pohala village is situated in Pattamundai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pohala?
The Gram Panchayat of Pohala is Badamulabasanta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pohala?
The pincode of Pohala is 754250, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pohala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pohala is 677, with 321 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Pohala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pohala village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pohala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pohala is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 69.16%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.