Pokharia - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Pokharia is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Sanbhundu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokharia is 387407. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pokharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokharia
According to the 2011 Census, Pokharia village had a total population of 795 people, including 388 males and 407 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.94%, with male literacy at 77.17% and female literacy at 49.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 601.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 388 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 283 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 267 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 121 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Pokharia
Pokharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pokharia
Public transport in the Pokharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Pokharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Pokharia is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pokharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pokharia
Where is Pokharia located?
Pokharia village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokharia is Sanbhundu.
What is the pincode of Pokharia?
The pincode of Pokharia is 757053.
What is the population of Pokharia?
Pokharia had a total population of 795, including 388 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia?
Pokharia had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia was 62.94%. Male literacy was 77.17% and female literacy was 49.59%.