Pokharia
Pokharia is a village located in Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Rairangpur (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Badjharan 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 388204. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757048. Rairangpur is nearest town to Pokharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Pokharia
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 370 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 645 | 323 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 159 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 211 | 267 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokharia village:
- The total population of Pokharia village is around 747, including approximately 370 males and 377 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Pokharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pokharia village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 645 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pokharia village is about 36.01%, with male literacy at 42.97% and female literacy at 29.18%.
- There are around 154 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Rairangpur Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Badjharan (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 757048, 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 747, with 370 males and 377 females.
- How many households are there in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokharia village has a total of 154 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokharia is 36.01%. The male literacy rate is 42.97%, while the female literacy rate is 29.18%.