Pochera - Boath, Adilabad
Pochera is a village situated in the Boath mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boath and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Adilabad. Pochera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pochera is 569694. The village covers a total geographical area of 1496 hectares and falls under the 504304 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pochera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pochera
As per Census 2011, Pochera village has a total population of 2,340 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,213 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,139 literate and 1,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pochera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,340 | 1,127 | 1,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 308 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,139 | 693 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,201 | 434 | 767 |
Nearby Villages of Pochera
Pochera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuchalapur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Peechra | East | 2.72 km |
| Raipur | North | 2.77 km |
| Venkatapur | West | 2.80 km |
| Tejapur | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Kistapur | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Boath (buzurg) | West | 4.22 km |
| Dhannur (khurd) | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Buddikonda | South | 4.26 km |
| Demmi | North | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pochera
Pochera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodhadi Bujrug, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nirmal to Pochera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Pochera is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pochera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pochera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pochera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pochera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pochera
Where is Pochera located?
Pochera village is located in Boath Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pochera?
Pochera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pochera?
The pincode of Pochera is 504304.
What is the population of Pochera?
Pochera has a total population of 2,340, including 1,127 males and 1,213 females.
How many households are there in Pochera?
There are 628 households in Pochera.
What is the literacy rate in Pochera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pochera is 48.68%. Male literacy is 61.49% and female literacy is 36.77%.