Pochia
Pochia is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dhamanahandi is the gram panchayat of Pochia village.
Here you can discover what makes Pochia unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Pochia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pochia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pochia is 428157. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Sunabeda is nearest town to Pochia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Pochia
Population of Pochia
According to the 2011 Census, Pochia has a total population of about 551, with approximately 270 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 487. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.84%, with male literacy at about 42.59% and female literacy near 31.32%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pochia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 241 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 115 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 155 | 193 |
Connectivity of Pochia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pochia. As per the 2011 stats, Pochia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pochia
Knowing the nearby villages of Pochia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pochia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pochia
- Where is Pochia located?
- Pochia village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pochia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pochia is Dhamanahandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pochia?
- The pincode of Pochia is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pochia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pochia is 551, with 270 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Pochia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pochia village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pochia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pochia is 36.84%. The male literacy rate is 42.59%, while the female literacy rate is 31.32%.