Pokhar - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Pokhar is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pokhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pokhar is 042882. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.92 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pokhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pokhar
As per Census 2011, Pokhar village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 237 males and 235 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pokhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 237 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 176 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 61 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Pokhar
Pokhar 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 Pokhar
Pokhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Pokhar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pokhar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pokhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pokhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pokhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pokhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pokhar
Where is Pokhar located?
Pokhar village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pokhar?
Pokhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pokhar?
The pincode of Pokhar is 249155.
What is the population of Pokhar?
Pokhar has a total population of 472, including 237 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Pokhar?
There are 94 households in Pokhar.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pokhar is 61.86%. Male literacy is 74.26% and female literacy is 49.36%.