Pokhra
Pokhra is a village located in Haidergarh tehsil of Bara Banki district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Haidergarh (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Barabanki. As per 2009 stats, Pokhra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pokhra unique in its vibrant Haidergarh-Bara Banki region. You’ll see Pokhra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pokhra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhra is 165549. The village spans a total geographical area of 803.051 hectares. Haidergarh is nearest town to Pokhra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Pokhra
Population of Pokhra
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhra has a total population of about 7,891, with approximately 4,120 males and 3,771 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,304 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.04%, with male literacy at about 69.15% and female literacy near 50.09%. There are around 1,447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokhra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,891 | 4,120 | 3,771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,103 | 567 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,304 | 1,203 | 1,101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,738 | 2,849 | 1,889 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,153 | 1,271 | 1,882 |
Connectivity of Pokhra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhra. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokhra
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhra
- Where is Pokhra located?
- Pokhra village is situated in Haidergarh Tehsil, within the Bara Banki district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokhra?
- Pokhra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhra is 7,891, with 4,120 males and 3,771 females.
- How many households are there in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokhra village has a total of 1,447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokhra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhra is 60.04%. The male literacy rate is 69.15%, while the female literacy rate is 50.09%.