Pokhata

Pokhata is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Kinsur is the gram panchayat of Pokhata village.

Pokhata has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pokhata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pokhata is 047231. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246173. Lansdowne is nearest town to Pokhata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pokhata 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 Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pokhata

Below is a concise population overview of Pokhata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 253 104 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 13 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 113 54 59
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 163 85 78
Illiterate Population 90 19 71

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pokhata village:

  • The total population of Pokhata village is around 253, including approximately 104 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1432 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Pokhata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pokhata village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pokhata village is about 64.43%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 52.35%.
  • There are around 57 households in Pokhata village.

Connectivity of Pokhata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pokhata. As per the 2011 stats, Pokhata 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 Pokhata

Knowing the nearby villages of Pokhata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pokhata.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pokhata

Where is Pokhata located?
Pokhata village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhata?
The Gram Panchayat of Pokhata is Kinsur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pokhata?
The pincode of Pokhata is 246173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pokhata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pokhata is 253, with 104 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Pokhata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhata village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhata is 64.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 52.35%.