Pokheri - Kanda, Bageshwar
Pokheri is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pokheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokheri is 050753. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.59 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Pokheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokheri
According to the 2011 Census, Pokheri village had a total population of 184 people, including 77 males and 107 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,390 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 94.37% and female literacy at 71.00%.
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 | 184 | 77 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 10 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Pokheri
Pokheri 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 Pokheri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pokheri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Pokheri is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pokheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokheri 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 Pokheri
Where is Pokheri located?
Pokheri village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokheri is Pokhari.
What is the pincode of Pokheri?
The pincode of Pokheri is 263640.
What is the population of Pokheri?
Pokheri had a total population of 184, including 77 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Pokheri?
Pokheri had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokheri was 80.70%. Male literacy was 94.37% and female literacy was 71.00%.