Pokkur - Chennur, Mancherial
Pokkur is a village situated in the Chennur mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 19 km from Chennur and around 229 km from Adilabad. Mutharaopally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokkur is 570679. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231 hectares and falls under the 504201 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Pokkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pokkur
As per Census 2011, Pokkur village has a total population of 2,200 people, consisting of 1,056 males and 1,144 females. The village has 648 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 1,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,200 | 1,056 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 270 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 532 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 524 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Pokkur
Pokkur 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 Pokkur
Pokkur 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mancherial to Pokkur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Pokkur is about 229 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pokkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokkur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pokkur
Where is Pokkur located?
Pokkur village is located in Chennur Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokkur is Mutharaopally.
What is the pincode of Pokkur?
The pincode of Pokkur is 504201.
What is the population of Pokkur?
Pokkur has a total population of 2,200, including 1,056 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Pokkur?
There are 648 households in Pokkur.
What is the literacy rate in Pokkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokkur is 44.27%. Male literacy is 50.38% and female literacy is 38.64%.