Pojhar
Pojhar is a village located in Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dasamantapur (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Murkar is the gram panchayat of Pojhar village.
Pojhar has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Pojhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pojhar is 428456. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764028. Jeypur is nearest town to Pojhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Pojhar
Population of Pojhar
Below is a concise population overview of Pojhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 193 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 95 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 98 | 156 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pojhar village:
- The total population of Pojhar village is around 404, including approximately 193 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Pojhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pojhar village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 358 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pojhar village is about 37.13%, with male literacy at 49.22% and female literacy at 26.07%.
- There are around 103 households in Pojhar village.
Connectivity of Pojhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pojhar. As per the 2011 stats, Pojhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pojhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Pojhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pojhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pojhar
- Where is Pojhar located?
- Pojhar village is situated in Dasamantapur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pojhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pojhar is Murkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pojhar?
- The pincode of Pojhar is 764028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pojhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pojhar is 404, with 193 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Pojhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pojhar village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pojhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pojhar is 37.13%. The male literacy rate is 49.22%, while the female literacy rate is 26.07%.