Pouhar - Atarra, Banda
Pouhar is a village situated in the Atarra tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atarra and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Pouhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pouhar is 155262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1658.34 hectares and falls under the 210201 pincode. Atarra is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pouhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pouhar
As per Census 2011, Pouhar village has a total population of 6,185 people, consisting of 3,426 males and 2,759 females. The village has 970 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,040 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,107 literate and 3,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pouhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,185 | 3,426 | 2,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,040 | 579 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,715 | 923 | 792 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,107 | 2,017 | 1,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,078 | 1,409 | 1,669 |
Nearby Villages of Pouhar
Pouhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandaur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Lamehta | East | 2.92 km |
| Nandan Mau | North | 3.42 km |
| Karari | South | 4.13 km |
| Chaunsarh | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Mau (b) | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Pahadi Bujurg Sani | East | 4.77 km |
| Madhwara | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Bhadawal | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Beeri Birahand | North | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pouhar
Pouhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badausa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atarra to Pouhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Pouhar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pouhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pouhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pouhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pouhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pouhar
Where is Pouhar located?
Pouhar village is located in Atarra Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pouhar?
Pouhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pouhar?
The pincode of Pouhar is 210201.
What is the population of Pouhar?
Pouhar has a total population of 6,185, including 3,426 males and 2,759 females.
How many households are there in Pouhar?
There are 970 households in Pouhar.
What is the literacy rate in Pouhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pouhar is 50.23%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 39.51%.