Pokhari
Pokhari is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Pokhari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pokhari unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Pokhari’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 Pokhari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhari is 051413. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263641. Bageshwar is nearest town to Pokhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Pokhari
Population of Pokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Pokhari has a total population of about 444, with approximately 202 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 1198 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 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 62.39%, with male literacy at about 67.82% and female literacy near 57.85%. There are around 83 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 202 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 147 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 65 | 102 |
Connectivity of Pokhari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhari. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhari 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokhari
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhari
- Where is Pokhari located?
- Pokhari village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokhari?
- Pokhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pokhari?
- The pincode of Pokhari is 263641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhari is 444, with 202 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokhari village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhari is 62.39%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 57.85%.