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
As per Census 2011, Pokharia village has a total population of 795 people, consisting of 388 males and 407 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 601 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokharia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 795, including 388 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Pokharia?
There are 163 households in Pokharia.
What is the literacy rate in Pokharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokharia is 56.60%. Male literacy is 68.81% and female literacy is 44.96%.