Pokhari

Pokhari is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 101km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Pokhari village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Pokhari unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal 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 043738. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249196. Chamba is nearest town to Pokhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pokhari 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri 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 Pokhari

According to the 2011 Census, Pokhari has a total population of about 367, with approximately 165 males and 202 females. The sex ratio is around 1224 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 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 52.86%, with male literacy at about 60.61% and female literacy near 46.53%. There are around 59 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 367 165 202
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 39 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 49 24 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 100 94
Illiterate Population 173 65 108

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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 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 Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal 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 249196, 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 367, with 165 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pokhari village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pokhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pokhari is 52.86%. The male literacy rate is 60.61%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.