Pokharia

Pokharia is a village located in Rairangpur Town tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Rairangpur Town (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Purunapani is the gram panchayat of Pokharia village.

Pokharia has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Pokharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokharia is 387642. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757043. Rairangpur is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Pokharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 422 183 239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 46 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 418 182 236
Literate Population 182 95 87
Illiterate Population 240 88 152

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

  • The total population of Pokharia village is around 422, including approximately 183 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 1306 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokharia village has 418 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 43.13%, with male literacy at 51.91% and female literacy at 36.40%.
  • There are around 97 households in Pokharia village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Kalarda Tamalbandh Badsimila Sansimila Murugaghutu Dandbose Patepani Anandpur Kantabani Badpakhana

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokharia

Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is situated in Rairangpur Town Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Purunapani (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 757043, 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 422, with 183 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 43.13%. The male literacy rate is 51.91%, while the female literacy rate is 36.40%.