Pohari - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Pohari is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Pohari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pohari is 031316. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Kartarpur is the nearest town.
Pohari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pohari
As per Census 2011, Pohari village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 179 males and 178 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pohari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 179 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 36 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Pohari
Pohari 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 Pohari
Pohari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Pohari is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pohari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pohari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pohari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pohari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pohari
Where is Pohari located?
Pohari village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pohari?
Pohari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pohari?
The pincode of Pohari is 146108.
What is the population of Pohari?
Pohari has a total population of 357, including 179 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Pohari?
There are 79 households in Pohari.
What is the literacy rate in Pohari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pohari is 77.31%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 74.72%.