Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Pokharia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pokharia unique in its vibrant Jharpokharia-Mayurbhanj region. You’ll see Pokharia’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 Pokharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharia is 387851. The village spans a total geographical area of 1093 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757051. Baripada is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Pokharia
Population of Pokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia has a total population of about 3,159, with approximately 1,617 males and 1,542 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 486 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,452. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.12%, with male literacy at about 58.32% and female literacy near 33.33%. There are around 768 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,159 | 1,617 | 1,542 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 260 | 226 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 257 | 246 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,452 | 1,266 | 1,186 |
Literate Population | 1,457 | 943 | 514 |
Illiterate Population | 1,702 | 674 | 1,028 |
Connectivity of Pokharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokharia. As per the 2011 stats, Pokharia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia
- Where is Pokharia located?
- Pokharia village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
- Pokharia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pokharia?
- The pincode of Pokharia is 757051, 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 3,159, with 1,617 males and 1,542 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 768 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 46.12%. The male literacy rate is 58.32%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.