Pokheri
Pokheri is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Pokhari is the gram panchayat of Pokheri village.
Here you can discover what makes Pokheri unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Pokheri’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 Pokheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokheri is 050753. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Pokheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pokheri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pokheri
Population of Pokheri
According to the 2011 Census, Pokheri has a total population of about 184, with approximately 77 males and 107 females. The sex ratio is around 1389 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 87.01% and female literacy near 66.36%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pokheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 77 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 10 | 36 |
Connectivity of Pokheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokheri. As per the 2011 stats, Pokheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pokheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Pokheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pokheri
- Where is Pokheri located?
- Pokheri village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pokheri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pokheri is Pokhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pokheri?
- The pincode of Pokheri is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pokheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokheri is 184, with 77 males and 107 females.
- How many households are there in Pokheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pokheri village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pokheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokheri is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 87.01%, while the female literacy rate is 66.36%.