Pokharia
About Pokharia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pokharia village is 388366. Pokharia village is located in Badampahar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Badampahar (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jhipabandha is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.
The total geographical area of village is 278 hectares. Pokharia has a total population of 675 peoples, out of which male population is 330 while female population is 345. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1045 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pokharia village is 56.00% out of which 68.48% males and 44.06% females are literate. There are about 146 houses in pokharia village. Pincode of pokharia village locality is 757047.
When it comes to administration, Pokharia 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, Pokharia village comes under Jashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha constituency. Rairangpur is nearest town to pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Pokharia
The population details of Pokharia 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 | 675 | 330 | 345 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 541 | 268 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 226 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 104 | 193 |
Connectivity of Pokharia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia
Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Badampahar Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Jhipabandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokharia?
The pincode of Pokharia is 757047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokharia is 675, with 330 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 56.00%. The male literacy rate is 68.48%, while the female literacy rate is 44.06%.