Pokhari - Ranikhet, Almora
Pokhari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Phokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhari is 052527. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.96 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Pokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhari village had a total population of 120 people, including 59 males and 61 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 71.93%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhari
Pokhari 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 Pokhari
Pokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ranikhet to Pokhari is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pokhari 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 Pokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pokhari
Where is Pokhari located?
Pokhari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhari is Phokhari.
What is the pincode of Pokhari?
The pincode of Pokhari is 263645.
What is the population of Pokhari?
Pokhari had a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Pokhari?
Pokhari had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhari was 82.86%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 71.93%.